Some criminal acts are strongly associated with a higher-than-usual risk of recidivism or repeat offenses. For example, those convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) charges have a relatively high rate of reoffending. Many people accused of impairment at the...
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What are the consequences of repeat DUI charges in Georgia?
Many people learn by making mistakes, but not everyone internalizes lessons the first time. Some people make the same mistake multiple times or commit several similar mistakes that result in roughly the same consequences. The clearer the relationship between an action...
What is involved in standardized field sobriety testing?
When a police officer in Georgia pulls you over due to suspected impairment, they will immediately start gathering evidence against you. They will ask you questions that will force you to either lie or implicate yourself. They will then potentially have you perform...
What is the implied consent law in Georgia?
One of the most effective ways for police officers to prove that a driver was impaired while driving is through a chemical test, typically a breath test. Other tests, such as urine or blood tests, are also possible. Two lawsuits challenging certain aspects of the...
What is involved in standardized field sobriety testing?
If you get pulled over by a police officer looking to arrest you on drunk driving charges, it could help you to know what to expect. That includes what will happen if the officer orders you to get out of your vehicle and perform a series of exercises called field...
Do I have to submit to the chemical test?
Drivers pulled over for suspected drunk driving in Georgia should understand their rights and obligations regarding chemical tests that measure blood alcohol concentration (BAC) via breath, blood or urine. Do you have to submit to these tests? No, but refusing to do...