Drunk driving remains a serious problem in the United States, despite a decline in alcohol-related deaths over the past several decades. American Addiction Centers note that individuals detained for suspicion of driving under the influence or who receive a first-time...
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DUI suspensions in Georgia and potential remedies
Driving under the influence of alcohol is a serious crime in Georgia. Punishment after a conviction could range depending on the discretion of a judge. In addition to sentences that could assign jail time, fines, mandatory education and community service, DUI also...
Can other factors affect a breath test?
You may not think anything of it when asked to take a breath test during a traffic stop. Perhaps you are on your way home a have not had a drink. Can the breath test come back positive? There are some circumstances that may lead to a reading on a breath test that...
What does implied consent mean?
A driver's license comes with a slew of responsibilities and conditions you must abide by to maintain your driving privileges. When you received your license, you agreed to comply with the laws of the road and gave your implied consent to assist an officer in a DUI...
Georgia’s legal limit for drivers under 21
If drunk driving charges arise and you are under the age of 21, or your child faces these allegations, it is vital to understand the possible repercussions of the case. In addition, young drivers who have not reached the legal drinking age should also realize that the...
You may have a good reason for refusing field sobriety testing
If a law enforcement officer stops you on suspicion of drunk driving, the officer might ask you to take a field sobriety test. If you refuse, you could face driver’s license suspension. On the other hand, you may have a good reason not to take the field sobriety test....
Will I lose my license for a first-time DUI conviction?
Georgia is very strict when it comes to driving under the influence. What this means for you is that you can expect fairly harsh sentencing on even a first-time DUI conviction. The Georgia Department of Driver Services explains there is some leniency shown for your...
Why Georgia is one of the strictest states on DUI
Many party-goers underestimate how serious a DUI charge can be. They think that they can drive as long as it is a short distance to their home or if they only had a few drinks and are perfectly capable of going behind the wheel. These assumptions prove to be their...