Driving is not a right in Georgia. Instead, it is a privilege that the state limits by imposing numerous legal restrictions. Drivers need to pass a test to obtain a license. They have to pay a fee for that license and must renew it occasionally to ensure they still...
Lawrenceville Criminal Law Blog
Is your teen using marijuana?
Over the last decade, there’s been a truly seismic shift in the way that marijuana and marijuana products are regarded in the vast majority of the United States – but not in Georgia. Georgia is one of just 19 states that can and will still throw someone in jail just...
Your rights as a hearing-impaired person during police encounters
People with disabilities of all kinds have the protections of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in dealing with most services available to the public – even if, in reality, these accommodations are often less than perfect. When dealing with law enforcement and...
Does Georgia have DUI plates?
If you get pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving in Georgia, you certainly need to know about your legal defense options. A conviction could lead to the loss of your driver’s license, you may have to spend time behind bars and you could end up paying fines. There...
3 mistakes to avoid when you are on probation
Probation is a pivotal mechanism for rehabilitation; as an alternative to incarceration, it can allow you to reintegrate into society under specific conditions and supervision without the weight of time away from home weighing you down. Probation, in essence, is a...
3 common misconceptions about Miranda rights
The Miranda warning is an important part of a police investigation. Officers who suspect someone of criminal activity must advise them of their Miranda rights by providing the Miranda warning. Defendants often assume they understand the rules about the Miranda warning...
Could a spiked drink lead to DUI charges?
For most drivers, even if they consumed a spike to drink without knowing, they wouldn’t be over the legal limit. This is because drivers are bound by a legal limit of 0.08%, in terms of blood alcohol concentration (BAC). For most adults, it will take more than one...
How long can a Georgia DUI affect driving privileges?
An arrest for an alleged driving under the influence (DUI) offense in Georgia can carry multiple different penalties. Depending on the situation that led to someone's arrest, their recent driving record and certain other factors, Georgia judges can order defendants to...
Your social media activity can impact the outcome of your case
If you are either under investigation or you have been charged with criminal wrongdoing, it’s important to understand that social media activity can significantly impact the outcome of any criminal defendant's case, including yours. Scrolling defendants’ social media...
Can the police trick you into saying something?
There are those who believe that the police have to be honest. They think that police officers are prohibited from lying to the public because they are public servants. There are also those who believe that deception by the police is a form of entrapment. If the...