The 2nd, 3rd and 4th DUI Consequences in GA Get Serious In Georgia the consequences can change after your first DUI Offense. While every situation is different in most cases we have gathered what can be expected. First, it should be noted what constitutes a Georgia DUI offense. It’s the Blood Alcohol Content level that […]
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New DUI Law in GA
This October, the Georgia Supreme Court ruled on a case that could change DUI law in Olevik v. State, S17A0738 (2017). In this case, the state’s highest court made a ruling that will affect how the refusal of a Breathalyzer test is used in court. In the past, the State has used Breathalyzer refusals as […]
Should I Hire a DUI Lawyer?
If you are arrested for a DUI in the state of Georgia, you probably have a lot of questions. One of the first is probably: Should I hire a DUI lawyer? The Short Answer is YES – Here are Some Reasons Why Your driver’s license could be suspended. This could mean a temporary administrative suspension […]
Drugged Driving vs Drunk Driving in Georgia
Prescription Drugs are Not Exempt from DUI Penalties Tiger Woods is one of the latest high-profile people to be arrested for driving under the influence. In his case, he was using drugs that were legally prescribed to him after a recent back surgery. But, in the court of law, using a legal drug does not […]
The Georgia 6th District Special Election 2017
A Race with Big Implications A nationally important political battle is shaping up right in our own back yard. Georgia’s 6th Congressional District is up for grabs. For the first time in more than 35 years, it is a close race between a Republican and Democrat. Here are the 10 things you need to know […]
Reinstating Your Georgia Driver’s License After a DUI
When faced with a DUI, there are some serious license consequences that you should be aware of, especially when it’s time for reinstating your driver’s license in Georgia. When You’re Over the Age of 21 If you are over the age of 21, a Georgia license holder, and convicted of your first DUI in the past five […]
2017 Rising Star DUI Lawyer Ashley Schiavone
Schiavone Law Group is proud to announce that our very own Ashley Schiavone has been selected as a Rising Star in the area of DUI by the Super Lawyers organization! This is an award for lawyers considered elite in their fields. It includes a rigorous nomination and selection process. First, lawyers are nominated by other […]
Defending DUI: Case Outline
The Updated Edition by Ashley Schiavone Schiavone Law Group is proud of the work we do to help our fellow lawyers and community members. The book, Defending DUI: Case Outline by Ashley Schiavone has been updated and released by the Institute of Continuing Legal Education in Georgia (ICLEGA), so we asked her to explain the purpose and […]
DUI Cases in Review 2016 by Ashley Schiavone
Happy New Year! We are excited to see what 2017 brings and want to take a moment to celebrate 2016’s successes. Most of Ashley Schiavone’s biggest wins were accomplished before the dui cases even went to trial. Both resulted in a dismissal of the DUI charge. In one case, the client was pulled over for […]
DUI Rate Increases During the Holidays
Be Aware of Holiday DUI Statistics The days between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day are the busiest and most dangerous times on the road. Holiday shoppers, travelers and revelers fill the streets, and so does police presence. So, even though this is a celebratory time of year, it is also a time when you are […]