Reality TV Star Lindsie Chrisley was arrested in Georgia this May for a DUI. This is another in a string of arrests tied to the real-estate tycoon family that made their name on Chrisley Knows Best, a show that ran on the USA Network from 2014 to 2023. Lindsie Chrisley was arrested in Cherokee County […]
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Georgia DUI Stats
It’s a question we get asked a lot. If you’re arrested for a DUI in Georgia… how likely is it that you will be convicted? While each case depends on the specific evidence and situation, the statistics in Georgia show a pretty clear trend. The answer: It’s rare to get a case dismissed, but many […]
Unusual Vehicles
Did you know you can be arrested for a DUI while driving an excavator? Police in Habersham County, Georgia reported last week that they arrested a man who took an excavator for a joyride on county property while under the influence of alcohol. The North Georgia resident took the 30-ton piece of equipment along a […]
Arrested for DUI in Gwinnett? Here’s What Happens Next
If you are arrested for a DUI in Gwinnett County, Georgia, it is helpful to understand how the court process works. Our office can guide you through general procedure for a court case in Gwinnett County, but this is basically what you should expect after an arrest. Initial Court Appearance/Arraignment The first court appearance is […]
The Nuances of DUI Less Safe: How Slight Impairments Can Lead to Serious Charges
A Georgia man was arrested last month, accused of a driving a lawn mower while under the influence of alcohol. Police arrested the man after seeing him driving the mower on the road while holding a can of something. He threw the can, but they discovered more cans of beer on the mower. The man […]
GloRilla Gwinnett County DUI Case
Memphis-born rapper and 2022 Grammy nominee, GloRilla, was arrested for a DUI in Gwinnett County, Georgia recently. The reason we think this story is interesting – the star refused to give a breathalyzer test. Is that legal in Georgia? What are the consequences? Is that advisable if you are pulled over and under suspicion for […]
What to Say if Pulled Over for DUI
If you see blue lights in your rearview mirror, no matter what, it is stressful. That is especially true if the officer might suspect you of a DUI. That is why it is important to take a deep breath, try to stay calm, and think carefully about what you say during the stop. The most […]
Can You Refuse a Breath Test?
If you are pulled over for a suspected DUI in Georgia, it can be nerve-wracking to talk to a police officer. You are faced with a person in uniform, who is investigating you for a crime. And anything you say could incriminate you. But can you refuse a breath test? Here a few steps to […]
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 […]
Weird Driving Laws
Most traffic laws are helpful for preventing speeding or impaired driving. Speed limits and DUI laws are pretty similar across the country. But many states, cities, and towns were pretty creative with their driving ordinances. A Few Weird Driving Laws in the US So, this week we look at some of the strangest driving laws […]