In the 1990s, traffic tickets were basically regulatory tools. The state did not really want the traffic ticket money. Instead, the state wanted people to be better drivers. So, fines were low and defensive driving eligibility requirements were … [Read more...]
Five Things That Adversely Affect Sobriety Tests in Marietta
When most people think of tests, they think of items like math tests and geography tests. On tests like these, if you do your homework and do your best, you will generally do fine. Furthermore, teachers grade these testsin proportion to the student’s … [Read more...]
Cobb County Criminal Case
What to Expect in a Cobb County Criminal CaseMany movies and TV shows prominently feature emotionally-charged courtroom showdowns. But most Cobb County prosecutions do not involve trials. Statistics vary, but plea bargains probably resolve … [Read more...]
The Two Main Types of Marietta Pedestrian Accidents
Since 2006, the number of car crash fatalities has decreased significantly. But the number of pedestrian fatalities has increased by about the same rate. What’s responsible for that discrepancy?In a nutshell, more people walk now than they … [Read more...]
Five Common Field Sobriety Tests and How to Beat Them in Court
In most DUI arrests, officers administer the field sobriety tests immediately after they develop reasonable suspicion of intoxication. Reasonable suspicion is basically a hunch based on the officer’s observations. These observations include things … [Read more...]