For a police officer to initiate a DUI traffic stop, they must have reasonable suspicion that a crime has been committed or is in progress. This suspicion is typically based on observed erratic driving, traffic violations or other indicators of impairment. However, if...
Year: 2023
Does a first DUI offense always cost someone their license?
Those who are arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) charges in Georgia often feel incredibly anxious about how the outcome of their case will affect their future. It is a common practice for people to catastrophize their situation. They read about the worst...
What is “your” blood alcohol concentration legal limit in Georgia
If you ask the average driver about the legal limit for impaired driving in Georgia, they’ll probably tell you that a motorist’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) cannot be over 0.08%. This is a common legal limit that is used across the United States, and it does...
Who pays your bills after a motorcycle crash in Georgia?
Some people in Georgia treat motorcycles as their primary form of transportation and ride whenever the weather permits. Others only get their motorcycles out in the warmest months for recreational purposes. Whether someone rides year-round or only seasonally, they...
Can you get a DUI for sleeping in a parked vehicle?
The bad behavior of other people can potentially increase the likelihood of your actions leading to an arrest. Police officers trying to enforce Georgia's driving under the influence (DUI) laws have heard all sorts of excuses from people who think that they can talk...