DUI

In Georgia, it is very important to understand the legal limit when it comes to blood alcohol concentration (BAC). This can be defined by a breath test or blood test, and it is important evidence if you are facing DUI charges. Violating the legal limit indicates that...

Being pulled over by a police officer for the suspicion of drunk driving triggers a variety of steps that will likely occur during the traffic stop. Once the officer has a chance to speak to the driver, they may decide to ask them to take a field sobriety test. Not...

If you get pulled over by the police in Georgia, on suspicion of impaired driving, it’s very likely that they’re going to ask you to take a breath test. They will want to establish your BAC (blood alcohol concentration) at the time of the traffic stop. The results of...

Many people only worry about getting a DUI on the night that they go out drinking. Maybe it’s a Friday night, and they go out with their friends after work. They know that they shouldn’t drive home, so they call a rideshare service or get a ride with someone else. But...

Whether after a night out, a celebration or an impromptu happy hour, you might realize you’ve had a bit too much to drink. This realization can be nerve-wracking, especially if you are planning to drive to your destination.  In that moment of panic, you might be...

The way that someone drives does not guarantee that they are impaired. They could simply be inexperienced and making mistakes. Or there could be another issue, such as fatigue or distraction. Both of these can cause many of the same mistakes as being intoxicated....

Being pulled over by a police officer is a stressful experience, but it’s one that must be handled carefully. Understanding what may happen during these traffic stops is critical, so you know what to expect.  The first thing that usually happens during a suspected...

There are many ways to face impaired driving charges. Alcohol is the most common. If you drink and drive, you could be arrested if an officer believes you are impaired or if you are over the legal limit of a BAC of 0.08%.  Additionally, you could face impairment...

The police use breathalyzers to determine a driver's blood alcohol concentration (BAC). You may be wondering whether these devices are 100% accurate. Can a driver get an inaccurate reading? Here is what to know about the accuracy of breathalyzers: Studies have shown...

People sometimes believe inaccurate information about driving under the influence (DUI) charges. One common misconception involves the belief that an individual must have diminished driving capabilities to be at risk of prosecution.  In reality, state prosecutors do...