OCGA 40–6–186 makes it a crime to “race” on any Georgia highway or street. And, importantly, if you plead guilty to racing your license will be suspended (see OCGA 40-5-54). One very important fact to know is: if you’re under 18 “at the time of the arrest” then you cannot plead nolo (this means you will lose […]
Georgia First-Time DUI Laws Georgia DUI laws have strict penalties for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Georgia’s driving under the influence statutes do not allow for expungement or record restricting at all, making it one of the states with the strictest driving laws in the country. No matter what the case may […]
If you are under 18 years of age, is it a crime to possess a handgun in Georgia? Yes. For a first conviction for possession of a handgun by a person under 18 years of age is a misdemeanor (up to one year in jail). However, there are many legal defenses to possession of a […]
Georgian DUI Laws Being pulled over on suspicion of DUI is a nerve-racking and unsettling experience. Many consequences are associated with DUI in Georgia, including jail time, heavy fines, counseling, and a license suspension. Additionally, DUIs can be classified as either misdemeanors or felonies. An arrest for a felony may hinder one’s job prospects, housing […]
What happens if I’m arrested for DUI, asked for a breath sample, and I provide only one sufficient sample? This is an interesting set of facts which does arise from time to time. This happens usually where you’ve been arrested and put in front of the breathalyzer machine at the police station and you’ve given […]
Whenever a driver pleads to a first time DUI, they will be eligible for a “limited permit” (this is commonly known as a “work permit”). What’s the difference between this work permit and a normal driver’s license? What can I not do with a work permit? What does a work permit look like? Here’s an actual […]
One of the most common situations we encounter is where the driver actually took a breathalyzer, but the still had their license taken/suspended by a police officer — and the officer claims they “refused” to take the breathalyzer. The officer likely gave you a temporary permit that look like this one below. The form is […]
What if the officer took my license, and put a sticker on my DUI citation? This sticker is called a “DDS Form 1127.” It is so-named because of the tiny font on the lower portion of the sticker says “DDS 1127.” This sticker serves as your temporary driving permit for 180 days. Don’t lose it! […]