If you are arrested for a DUI in the state of Georgia, regardless of the outcome, you will have a criminal record. Employers, lenders, insurance companies and other interested parties will have access to public information about your arrest when they do a background check. You May Be Eligible for Record Restriction in GA But, […]
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What Happens After a DUI Arrest?
What happens after a DUI arrest in the state of Georgia? While details always vary based on each individual case, here is the basic outline of what you can expect: Filing the 30-Day Letter: If you were arrested for a DUI, your license may be suspended. If so, you have 30 days to apply for […]
Underage Drinking in Georgia
Tax free weekends. Sales on uniforms and crayons. Parents silently rejoicing. The new school year must be just around the corner! Because some kids will be gaining greater autonomy and many are going off to college, this is a great time to have a discussion with your kids about alcohol consumption. Don’t let underage drinking […]
Schiavone Law Featured in South Magazine
Schiavone Law was featured in the June-July issue of Savannah-based South magazine. Ashley Schiavone and her father, Mike Schiavone are highlighted in an article discussing their professional history, achievements, and expertise. Family Matters The article describes Mr. Schiavone as a well-known attorney in Savannah. It describes Ms. Schiavone as an up-and-coming attorney in the Atlanta […]
DUI Law in Georgia Continues to Change
DUI Law in Georgia continues to change. First, by rulings in the Georgia Supreme Court, and now by the Georgia Legislature. That latest change was an adjustment to Georgia’s Implied Consent law. GEORGIA’S OLD LAW The Implied Consent law for people over the age of 21 created wording for officers to read to people suspected […]
DUI Treatment Programs and Resources
If you are arrested for a DUI in Georgia… does that mean you have a drinking problem? Sometimes, yes. Sometimes, no. Nearly one-third of all DUIs in the United States are given to those who already have at least one DUI conviction. Those who have been arrested for a DUI even once, about 80% say […]
New DUI Law in Georgia
A landmark case in DUI law has just been decided by the Georgia Supreme Court. This new DUI law in Georgia could have massive implications for the use of the Breathalyzer in the state. Elliott v. The State In Elliott v. The State, the Georgia Supreme court decided that a refusal of a Breathalyzer test […]
Georgia DUI Penalties
GA DUI Laws are Strict Georgia DUI penalties are tough! A recent study shows that Georgia is one of the strictest states in the country for DUIs. The research was done by a website called “WalletHub”. They gave each state points based on a list of criteria. We analyzed the results of the study and […]
Parked Car DUI?
In the state of Georgia, as in many states, you do not have to be caught in the act of driving a vehicle to be arrested for a DUI. If an officer has evidence that you are in what the state calls “physical control of a moving motor vehicle” while intoxicated, you may still be […]
Georgia Car Searches: What Are My Rights?
When Can Police Search Your Car? If you are pulled over in a routine traffic stop, and a police officer wants to search your vehicle, what do you do? The Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution protects against unlawful search and seizure, which means that a police officer cannot start searching your car for […]