Most Georgia DUI charges are misdemeanors. Under O.C.G.A. § 17-3-1(e), the State generally must commence a misdemeanor DUI prosecution within two years after the alleged offense. Prosecution for most Georgia felonies generally must begin within four years under O.C.G.A. § 17-3-1(c). Those deadlines control when the prosecution must begin. They do not ordinarily require the […]
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One of the most common questions we get is, “What is the difference between a less safe DUI and per se DUI?” If you’ve been charged with a DUI, you might have the words “less safe” or “per se” written on your citation. These terms can be confusing for many. Is one charge more […]