Drunk driving is not the only grounds for DUI charges in Georgia. Drugs play a major part in DUI charges and defenses. Drugs and DUI A person is guilty of a DUI for driving under the influence of any drug that makes it less safe for that motorist to drive. Motorists...
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What are the DUI laws in Georgia?
If you're a driver in Georgia, then it is important to understand the specific laws surrounding driving under the influence. The fact is that every state handles a DUI differently, and simply relying on what movies or television shows say is never a good idea. For...
Prescription medicine and DUI charges
In Georgia, driving under the influence of a drug that affects your ability to drive safely can serve as grounds for DUI charges. It may surprise many people to learn that a drug in this context does not just refer to illegal substances such as methamphetamines or...
Understanding Georgia’s DUI penalties
When driving in the state of Georgia, people are expected to know and follow all of the local traffic laws, whether or not they are residents. Everyone who plans to be driving on Georgia roads should know the boundaries and penalties outlined in the law. That means...
How accurate are breath test results?
If you are facing DUI charges in the state of Georgia, you probably understand just how high the stakes are. What you might not understand is how problems with the accuracy of the equipment used to make that determination could determine your future. Having an...
Three things not to do when stopped for DUI in Georgia
Doing things you are not required to do can have serious consequences for someone stopped on suspicion of driving under the influence. Most people who are convicted of DUI in Georgia did one or all three of these things before they were arrested. Admitting you had a...