A second DUI in Georgia within 5 years carries mandatory jail time, a 120-day hard license suspension, and a minimum 18-month revocation. Walker County DUI attorney Gordon Hall explains what you are facing and how to fight it.
As Georgia celebrates America’s 250th Independence Day, DUI checkpoints will be everywhere. Learn what field sobriety tests are, why they are flawed, and why you have the right to refuse them.
Summer in Walker County means festivals, BBQs, and increased DUI enforcement. If you were arrested after the Honeybee Festival or at a July 4th checkpoint, here is what you need to know about your rights.
When detained for a suspected DUI (driving under the influence) in Georgia, it’s common to wonder if the officer is required to read Miranda rights. Miranda includes those familiar advisements about the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney. However, the law is clear that police do not always have to give … Read more
What is are DUI Checkpoints? DUI checkpoints, also known as sobriety checkpoints, are police roadblocks in a predetermined location where law enforcement officers stop vehicles to check drivers for signs of impairment. Police typically set up sobriety checkpoints during times when impaired driving incidents are more likely, such as weekends and holidays. DUI checkpoints serve … Read more
“What is the legal BAC limit in Georgia?” It’s a question of paramount importance. As the sun sets over the Peach State and the weekend festivities begin, many Georgians and visitors find themselves pondering this common question. Understanding and adhering to these limits can mean the difference between a safe night out and a potential … Read more
Probable Cause for DUI Arrest. Sometimes, an officer has evidence that a driver is operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. THAT IS INSUFFICIENT FOR DUI!