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Fourth DUI offense among charges aimed at woman
All too often, people in Athens may use the term "throw the book at them" in reference to those charged with criminal violations. While criminal sanctions do indeed have a punitive element to them, many may overlook the fact that their goals are also to help...
License reinstatement after first offense DUI
As a Georgia citizen facing a first offense alcohol-related DUI charge, you might worry about the potential penalties and their effect on your future. The possible consequences include jail time, community service, counseling, fines and license suspension. If you...
Legal consequences of a Georgia DUI
Georgia requires drivers to take a breath screening sobriety test if requested during a traffic stop. Law enforcement can arrest motorists for driving under the influence if they are obviously impaired or have blood alcohol content of 0.08% or higher. These are the...
Can an employer be held liable for an employee’s DUI crash?
In most cases, the decision to drink is a highly personal one, and any consequences that result from over consumption fall strictly on the consumer. However, the law is complex, and the courts have held persons accountable who seemingly had nothing to do with an...
10 signs of possible alcoholism
Alcoholism affects thousands of Georgians and millions of Americans from all walks of life. It can ruin your personal relationships, your career and your mental health. It can also lead to serious criminal charges like DUI. If you are concerned that you or someone you...
Personal breath test devices can help reduce drunk driving
Getting behind the wheel after drinking can be a costly mistake if you have had one too many. We often defend clients against drunk driving charges. The Chicago Tribune reports that having a personal breath test device can help you avoid driving while intoxicated,...
The role of kombucha in driving under the influence
Georgia drivers need to be aware of all substances they ingest before stepping behind the wheel of a vehicle. Not only alcohol but medicines and supplements sometimes play a role and result in impaired driving. The popular drink kombucha contains a small amount of...
Challenging a DUI blood test
Law enforcement officers have numerous tools at their disposal to build a strong case against drivers in Georgia. Field sobriety tests and breath tests can be used to support the results from chemical tests … but are these tests ultimately reliable? Can a DUI blood...
Prescription drug use can lead to impaired driving and DUI
You were careful not to drink any alcohol at a recent family gathering, because you knew that you had to drive home. And you have a rule that when you drive, you do not drink. But you also knew that your system includes the anti-anxiety drug you take to fend off the...
How to shorten a lifetime DUI-related CDL suspension
With the explosive growth of rapid-delivery shopping sites, commercial trucking is an in-demand profession. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 5% increase in the number of commercial truck drivers over the next decade. To work as a professional...
