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A DUI stop can feel overwhelming, and many Georgia drivers panic when an officer pulls them over. Staying calm and taking the right steps protects your rights, helps the situation stay under control and sets you up to defend yourself effectively later. Know what to do...
Most moving violations lead to tickets. People who forget to use their turn signals, who do not stop at a red light or who exceed the speed limit may receive a citation from law enforcement professionals. They pay the tickets and move on with their lives. While...
Georgia lawmakers are considering a bill that could see first-time DUI offenders ordered to install ignition interlocks. Georgia lawmakers may soon add an extra punishment for those convicted of drunk driving. A bill is currently being considered by legislators that,...
Professionals at restaurants and bars often provide patrons with a warning before the end of service. Last call allows everyone present to order one more drink before they go home for the day. Many people about to leave an establishment or party may enjoy one last...
During the holidays, we tend to take “eat, drink and be merry” to a whole new level. Between family gatherings, company parties and happy hours with your colleagues, it’s easy to overindulge in food and alcohol. Holiday binge drinking is a common occurrence, and...
When facing a potential breathalyzer test, especially in states with strict DUI laws like Georgia, people may wonder if quick fixes exist to trick the device. One common myth suggests that chewing mint gum can mask the smell of alcohol or somehow influence the...
You go out and have a few drinks, and you know that you want to wait for your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) to go down before you drive. You decide to sit at the bar and have a glass of water. About half an hour later, you assume that your BAC must have dropped...
The Georgia criminal courts have the authority to impose numerous penalties for driving under the influence (DUI) convictions. Frequently, defendants facing DUI charges worry mostly about the possibility of incarceration. They don't want to go to jail and are eager to...
Getting arrested for operating a vehicle while impaired can threaten a driver’s driving privileges. Losing one’s driving license can be a significant inconvenience for motorists who rely on their cars for transportation and/or for business operations. Despite the...
You may have heard of different ways to reduce blood alcohol levels (BAC) to avoid failing a breathalyzer test. And one of the tricks you may have come across is drinking coffee. So, does this work? Here is what to know about caffeine and alcohol levels: It does not...
