My Driver’s License is suspended from a DUI. Now what?

There are several traffic offenses in Georgia that can lead to a suspension of your drivers license upon a conviction. The most common offense we see where a suspension will be invoked is DUI. Once your drivers license is suspended it is imperative that you immediately contact your attorney in order to file an appeal […]

Recidivist Statute

A felony conviction has serious consequences. Punishment for a felony offense typically includes prison time, probation, fines, loss of constitutional rights and privileges, and a lifelong blemish on the person’s criminal record. Not only does a felony conviction impact the person’s ability to obtain employment and housing, but, under O.C.G.A. § 17-10-7, a prior felony […]

I take prescription medication. Can I drive?

The short answer is “it depends.” Most people correlate DUI conviction with alcohol. However, you can still be convicted of a DUI without having any alcohol in your system. Generally speaking, any sort of prescription medication that impairs and affects your driving could be the reason of a police officer stopping you. Typical prescription drugs […]

License Consequences for DUI Convictions in Forsyth County, Georgia

By: Attorney Erin Dohnalek In Georgia, an individual may be charged with DUI under the following circumstances: If he/she was in actual physical control of a moving vehicle while he/she was under the influence of alcohol to an extent that it was less safe for them to drive. If he/she was in actual physical control […]

Georgia Peeping Tom Lawyer

Georgia Peeping Tom Lawyer Georgia law defines a Peeping Tom as someone who peeps through windows or doors on the premises of another for the purpose of spying or invading the privacy of the other person. O.C.G.A. § 16-11-61. Interestingly, the State is not required to show that the spying was successful, meaning whether or […]