In the state of Georgia, the bar for blood alcohol content or BAC is set at 0.02% for drivers under the age of 21. If convicted of impaired driving, young drivers not only face court-imposed penalties and the delay of their graduated license but they may also face...
Whether you are excited about a position you recently accepted, the birth of a child, marriage or any other milestone in life, you likely want to celebrate with friends and family members. Many people go out for drinks or have a get-together at home where alcohol is...
Georgia law enforcement is vigilant about trying to catch drivers who may be under the influence and are committing traffic violations year-round. However, there are certain times when more vehicles are on the road and there is a law enforcement blitz to catch drivers...
Drivers in Georgia must take a breath test if asked to do so by law enforcement during a traffic stop. You can receive a charge of driving under the influence if you show obvious signs of impairment or if your blood alcohol content exceeds 0.08%. If you are facing a...
When faced with drunk driving charges, accused drivers may be wondering what they can do and if there is anything they can do about a breathalyzer test. Accused drivers face a litany of potential penalties and consequences associated with DUI charges which is why they...
Summer is here, and there are a seemingly endless of reasons to have a drink. You may be at the beach, at happy hour or at a family reunion and decide to have a beer or two. However, when one or two leads to four or more and you decide to drive home after drinking,...
The state of Georgia carries some of the most severe driving under the influence (DUI) penalties in the nation. This is the reason it is so important for an offender to quickly consult with legal counsel. A DUI arrest does not mean you are guilty. It is the duty of...
Getting a DUI conviction can negatively affect you in a variety of ways. You could face significant jail or prison time, and you could have to pay large fines. But have you ever considered how a DUI conviction could wreck your career? Unfortunately, a DUI conviction,...
In addition to fines and possible jail time, one of the consequences of getting a DUI in Georgia is having your driver’s licenses suspended. Even if it is your first time getting a DUI, your drivers license will still be suspended for one year. However, once 120 days...
Georgia police recently arrested a speeding driver who they say was under the influence of alcohol. He was arrested shortly after being involved in a single-car accident. Charged with multiple offenses, including DUI and reckless driving, he could possibly be facing...
