Drivers in Georgia accused of drunk driving may expect to face misdemeanor charges. Many DUI offenses are misdemeanor crimes. While the defendant is at risk of incarceration, fines, a driver's license suspension and a criminal record, the penalties aren't as severe as...
Drunk Driving
What is reasonable suspicion for drunk driving stops?
Drivers often feel a sense of dread when they see the flashing lights of a police vehicle behind them. They must realize that police officers can’t just initiate a traffic stop without a reason. Instead, they need to have reasonable suspicion in order to stop the...
Do drivers have to perform field sobriety tests?
There are multiple ways for police officers to gather evidence of what appears to be drunk driving. They can follow a motorist in traffic to record video footage of their poor driving skill. They can ask drivers questions about their conduct. Many motorists admit to...
What may lead to a police officer thinking a driver is impaired?
Being pulled over for the suspicion of drunk driving is never a welcome event. It’s one that can end with a driver being arrested, which can be the start of a lengthy legal battle. Some people may wonder what may lead a police officer to conduct this type of traffic...
Should you take a plea deal for drunk driving charges?
Facing DUI charges can be terrifying, and you may feel the pressure to resolve the situation quickly. Accepting a plea deal might seem like the easy way out, especially when you're at the possibility of jail time, hefty fines and a suspended license. However, taking a...
Can an open container influence a DUI case?
After someone has reached the age of 21, it is generally not against the law for them to purchase, transport or drink alcohol. However, there are restrictions on this right. For example, Georgia’s open container law makes it illegal for a motorist to possess an open...
Underage drivers should be wary of spiked drinks
When someone drinks a spiked drink, they may not even know that they are consuming alcohol. This is especially true if they are relatively young and they’ve never had alcohol before – maybe they’re at a high school party with friends, for instance, and someone spiked...
Can you refuse to submit to a breathalyzer test?
If the police have reasonable suspicion that a driver may be under the influence (DUI) of alcohol, they may stop them to perform a blood alcohol test. The results of the test will determine whether or not the police can arrest the driver and charge them with a DUI....
What should you know about DUI checkpoints in Georgia?
In all states, driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense punishable by a range of ever-increasing penalties. Setting up sobriety checkpoints is one way Georgia law enforcement deters and enforces DUI laws. Since you could face a checkpoint at any time,...
What to do when the police stop you
The police can stop a driver for different reasons. These include reasonable suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, a traffic law violation, a vehicle equipment or mechanical violation and so on. While being pulled over doesn't necessarily...
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