Contact us for a free strategy session In Hall County, Georgia, there are many, many arrests made daily for DUI. What’s different about these cases is: those arrested are often people like you and me (law-abiding citizens who had absolutely no intention of breaking the law). What you need to know is this: if you’re […]
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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 […]
Some of the most common questions we get from Georgia nurses are: What effect will my DUI arrest have on my Georgia Nursing License? Can I complete my Georgia nursing license renewal with a pending DUI? Do I have to disclose a DUI arrest to the Georgia Board of Nursing when I do my license […]
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! […]
What are the implications of a Georgia DUI arrest and conviction for drivers who have a license from a state other than Georgia? The answer to this question involves two separate areas relating to driver’s licenses: (1) Suspensions imposed after a conviction for a DUI; and (2) Administrative Suspensions imposed after an arrest. Will South Carolina Suspend My […]