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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...
People stopped by police officers in traffic are often unsure of their rights. They want to comply with the police officers to prevent the escalation of the situation. In some cases, they might accidentally make decisions that increase their risk of criminal charges. ...
Driving under the influence is often imagined as a clear-cut decision: someone drinks too much, gets behind the wheel and is stopped. In reality, many DUI cases involve people who never believed they were doing anything dangerous or unlawful. For these drivers, the...
Breathalyzers should be periodically calibrated to ensure accuracy and reliability. Georgia requires breath testing instruments to be inspected once every calendar quarter (every three months). The inspection is conducted by members of the Georgia State Patrol Implied...
Being accused of driving under the influence can be frightening and confusing. A DUI charge can affect your freedom, your driving privileges and most importantly, your future. What you do immediately after the accusation matters and can shape how the situation...
A lot of people have a drink or two when they go out, even if they know they have to drive their vehicle afterward. The law does not say you can’t, although drivers aged under 21 are not allowed to drink at all. What the law does prohibit is driving while impaired by...
A DUI arrest affects more than your criminal record. It often changes your college experience in unexpected ways. The consequences can reach everything from your class schedule to your scholarship funding. You need to understand these risks to protect your academic...
People are often confused about the consequences of refusing to take a breathalyzer or blood test that would measure their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) if they’re stopped for suspicion of drunk driving. Refusal alone is not a criminal offense, although it is...
Most adults are subject to the same traffic rules. People over the age of 21 are at risk of driving under the influence (DUI) charges if they can't safely operate their vehicles or have an elevated blood alcohol concentration (BAC). In some cases, legal standards...