DUI

Police officers can arrest drivers for DUI offenses if they cause crashes or drive poorly in traffic. They can also arrest anyone who fails a chemical test. Charges brought based on the outcome of chemical tests are per se charges. They involve claims that a driver...

Yes, DUI checkpoints can be used in Georgia. These are often referred to as sobriety checkpoints, and it is legal for law enforcement to set them up. They generally do need to inform the public of when and where these checkpoints will be in operation prior to using...

Being arrested for a DUI can be overwhelming. One of the biggest concerns many people have is whether they will lose their driver’s license. For most adults, having a driver’s license is essential for work, shopping and transporting their children to activities. A DUI...

Some drivers have already learned the hard way how difficult it can be to estimate impairment levels after drinking. They may already have a driving under the influence (DUI) conviction on their permanent record because they underestimated their intoxication and...

Many people accused of driving under the influence (DUI) charges feel surprised when they fail breath tests. They expect chemical testing to prove they are under the limit, not over it. They may have self-administered a test not long before the traffic stop that...

It is possible to get a DUI in Georgia, even if you have not been drinking alcohol. It is less common, as the majority of DUI arrests do involve alcohol use. But there are situations in which people find themselves facing charges without drinking at all. This is often...

When charged with driving under the influence (DUI), the possibility of fines, license suspension, jail time and a criminal record that follows you can feel overwhelming. Many people assume the case is straightforward and that the evidence against them is...

Police officers who suspect a driver of chemical intoxication may conduct a traffic stop. They may also ask pointed questions of a driver during a stop initiated for another purpose if they suspect that they’re under the influence. Police officers may also request...

During a driving under the influence (DUI) traffic stop, drivers are often eager to demonstrate their cooperation with law enforcement and prove that they weren't drunk. Sometimes, police officers witness innocent behaviors in traffic, such as swerving to avoid a...

Whenever you are drinking alcohol, your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is slowly climbing. There are many different factors that can influence the increase, such as your body size, your gender and whether you are eating food or drinking water while you consume...