Marietta Attorneys Dean Phillips Law Office

Dean Phillips Law Office

341 Lawrence Street
Marietta, GA 30060
770-900-9175

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October 4, 2022

Beating DUI-Drug Charges in Cobb County

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Section 40-6-91(a)(2) charges are a real bad news/good news thing. The bad news is that, at least theoretically, these charges are easy to prove in court. Under the law, prosecutors need only prove that the defendant was “Under the influence of any … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Criminal, DUI, Ga State laws Tagged With: DUI checkpoint

September 6, 2022

Are DUI Checkpoints Legal in Georgia?

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Lots of people ask this question around Labor Day. DUI checkpoints usually pop up all over Cobb County on this holiday weekend. That’s because many people associate Labor Day with hot food, close friends, good football, and harmless fun. The State of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Criminal, DUI, Ga State laws Tagged With: DUI checkpoint

June 8, 2022

What’s the Penalty for First-Time DUI in Georgia?

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When people ask us this question, they’re really asking “How do I avoid the penalty for first-time DUI in Georgia?” These offenses carry substantial direct and indirect consequences.The direct consequences of a first-time DUI in Georgia are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: DUI, Ga State laws Tagged With: blood test, DUI, DUI checkpoint, Field Sobriety

March 25, 2022

What is the Best Defense for DUI?

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Since the late 1990s, thousands of people have asked this question. Before then, DUI was little more than a traffic ticket. Then, under pressure from advocacy groups, the laws started getting tougher, especially in the south. Today, Georgia has one … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Criminal, DUI, Ga State laws Tagged With: DUI, DUI checkpoint

March 16, 2022

Some Common Non-Intoxication Defenses in DWI Cases

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Intoxication, or lack thereof, is usually the most important issue in a DWI case. Since Georgia has a per se DWI law, prosecutors must prove the defendant’s BAC level was above the legal limit or the defendant had lost the normal use of his/her … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Criminal, DUI, Ga State laws Tagged With: DUI, DUI checkpoint

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Is Domestic Violence a Big Deal?

It depends on who you ask. Most defendants don’t think domestic violence is a big deal, especially … [Read More...]

Breaking Down a Retail Theft Case in Cobb County

It’s a victimless crime. The store just writes off the loss. The rich manufacturer doesn’t care … [Read More...]

What Are the Crimes That Can Get You Deported?

Prior to 1924, between 10 and 15 percent of Americans were foreign born. Then, Congress passed the … [Read More...]

Collateral Consequences of Criminal Convictions

Direct consequences of criminal convictions include lengthy incarceration, high fines, and extended … [Read More...]

Hit-and-Runs in Criminal and Civil Court: What’s the Difference?

These incidents have become increasingly common over the past few years, especially among pedestrian … [Read More...]

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770-900-9175

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