Lawrenceville Criminal Law Blog
A DUI in college can cost money, and a lot more
Your heart started racing the moment those red and blue lights lit up your car that night, but your stress levels there may have just been the beginning. If an officer charges you with driving under the influence, you may have a lot more to worry about than your...
Can I refuse a breath test?
The state of Georgia does not take drinking and driving lightly. Laws enforcing the consumption of alcohol prior to operating a motor vehicle are clear and strict. Likewise, the penalties for a DUI conviction reinforce the state’s lack of tolerance and can...
A felony or aggravated DUI may come as a surprise
Georgia is known for dealing with driving under the influence through tough approaches to lawmaking and enforcement. Certain factors can turn a DUI arrest from a serious but temporary headache into a life-changing event and a major turning point leading in the wrong...
What happens when a police officer is found to be a liar?
While most police officers may be honest and upstanding, there is a minority that do not follow the law. They may be guilty of misconduct, or even caught lying on the job. They may have committed perjury or simply tried to pad their overtime. When an officer has been...
What is prescription fraud?
While street drugs maintain a bad reputation, we’ve reached a point where prescription medication is perhaps stronger and addictive as its legal counterpart. After a surgical procedure, it is not uncommon for individuals to fall into a devastating cycle of...
3 Steps to take when preparing your finances for divorce
Divorce is an emotionally taxing procedure. To add to the stress of it all, it’s also costly. When making the decision to divorce, it’s a good idea to map out a financial plan for yourself. Although it can be a daunting task, doing so can protect your financial needs...
Zero tolerance for underage DUI
It is not uncommon for younger drivers to believe they have attained the experience necessary to perform well behind the wheel under any circumstance. From challenging weather to distracted drivers, we find that younger drivers face a greater risk than their more...
4 ways a criminal record can change your life
A conviction carries with it severe criminal consequences, including jail time, fines, community service or loss of driving privileges. However, individuals might quickly learn that having a criminal record brings additional challenges even after incarceration or...
Consequences of a first-time DUI offense in Georgia
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is illegal in every state. However, states have different penalties for first-time DUI offenses. Most people don't want to receive a DUI because of the long-term impacts it can have on their driving freedoms, employment...
Are field sobriety tests reliable?
It is the duty of all police officers to protect and serve. If one notices you driving erratically, he or she may pull you over on suspicion of driving under the influence. In order to determine this, however, the police have a limited number of options. One of the...
