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...]
What is the Best Defense for DUI?
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...]
Some Common Non-Intoxication Defenses in DWI Cases
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...]
Surviving DUI Probation in Cobb County: A Field Guide
Judges nearly always probate jail sentences in DUI cases. Felony DUIS and cases with extreme aggravating circumstances, like a fatal collision, are the biggest exceptions. Since the normal period of probation, even for a first-time offense, is one to … [Read more...]
Successfully Challenging Chemical Test Results in DUI Cases
“Do you agree to provide a chemical sample” is often the biggest DUI arrest question. The conviction rate in test cases is much higher than the conviction rate in non-test cases. In fact, many defendants assume that if they provide a breath or blood … [Read more...]