If you have paid a speeding ticket in Georgia recently, you might be surprised to get a notice in the mail that you owe more money to the state. It is a fine sanctioned by the GA Super Speeder Law, and it can be a little bit confusing. The Super Speeder Law tacks on an […]
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GA Off Road Vehicle DUIs
Can You Get a DUI Off Road? A recent arrest in Ware County, GA got us thinking – do you know Georgia laws relating to off-road vehicles? Did you know that you can get arrested for a DUI while operating one? Did you know the laws have recently changed regarding operating these vehicles on some […]
GA DUI Plea Bargains
Are GA DUI plea bargains beneficial to your case? If you are arrested for a DUI in the state of Georgia, a plea bargain can be a great solution in many cases. What are Plea Bargains? If you listen to true-crime podcasts, you probably already know about plea bargains. They are binding contracts made […]
Blood Testing for DUI Arrests in Georgia
Blood testing for DUI arrests in Georgia has become more common in recent years for a few reasons. First, the blood test is considered more accurate. Secondly, blood tests can also test for drug use. And lastly, the Georgia State Constitution has some protection against breath tests, so more officers are being trained to administer […]
DUI Per Se vs. DUI Less Safe
If you are arrested for a DUI in the state of Georgia, the charges can seem a little bit confusing at first. That is because there are two different ways to be charged in this state: DUI Per Se vs. DUI Less Safe. So, what does it mean if you are arrested for one of […]
Joshua’s Law in Georgia – What You Should Know
If you have a teen that is learning to drive, you may already know Georgia has strict driving laws for young people. Passed in 2005, Joshua’s Law in Georgia, is aimed at keeping new young drivers safe while they are gaining independence behind the wheel. The Class D License Sixteen and 17 year-olds are […]
Underage DUI in GA is Serious
The State of Georgia has strict laws for young drivers. This is especially true for DUI laws for underage drinking and driving. Since the legal drinking age is 21, drivers below that age can face some tough consequences, with even a small amount of alcohol in their system. Here’s a look at the state laws […]
Reckless Driving in Georgia
All-Star Georgia Football player and top NFL prospect Jalen Carter recently pled no contest for a reckless driving charge related to a car accident in Athens, GA. The accident tragically killed Carter’s teammate, Devin Willock and a UGA recruiter, Chandler LeCroy. The accident also injured two other players. Carter’s arrest and charge were made because […]
The TIRF Report 2022
According to a new study, risky driving behaviors might be easing up after an increase in 2021. Each year, the Traffic Injury Research Foundation USA (TIRF USA) conducts a large survey to assess how people view impaired driving. It acts as a barometer for attitudes and behaviors related to drunk driving. TIRF Report 2022 Summary […]
New Georgia License Law
If you have ever endured a license suspension in the state of Georgia, you know how difficult it is to resolve the issue. And for many years, the state used an automated system for traffic court suspensions. But in 2022, a new Georgia license law was passed in Georgia that will change all of that. […]