Under Georgia law (O.C.G.A. 40-6-270) , a driver involved in an accident that results in injury, death, or damage to an attended vehicle must immediately stop at the scene (or as close as possible), return if necessary, and: Provide their name, address, and vehicle registration information; Display their driver’s license upon request; Render reasonable assistance […]
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A recent decision from the Georgia Court of Appeals underscores a critical point in DUI cases: the State must justify every stage of a police encounter, including the very first detention. In McDavid v. The State, decided July 2, 2026, the Court reversed DUI convictions arising from a single-car accident because the State never produced […]
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In Georgia, getting a speeding ticket or any other moving violation can add points to your driving record. As a result, these points can raise your insurance rates, put your license at risk of suspension, and create long-term problems. Fortunately, a Zero-Point Order is a special option under Georgia law that allows a judge to […]
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In Georgia, repeat offenders are punished more severely, regardless of the nature of the crime charged. The theory behind it is to ensure that the prosecution deters people from continuing to commit crimes, which has caused the Georgia legislature to implement the Recidivist statute. RECIDIVIST PROVISION The Recidivist statute is set out in O.C.G.A. § […]
Under Georgia law (O.C.G.A. 40-6-270) , a driver involved in an accident that results in injury, death, or damage to an attended vehicle must immediately stop at the scene (or as close as possible), return if necessary, and: Provide their name, address, and vehicle registration information; Display their driver’s license upon request; Render reasonable assistance […]
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Hit and Run in Clayton County
/in Blog /by lawyerUnder Georgia law (O.C.G.A. 40-6-270) , a driver involved in an accident that results in injury, death, or damage to an attended vehicle must immediately stop at the scene (or as close as possible), return if necessary, and: Provide their name, address, and vehicle registration information; Display their driver’s license upon request; Render reasonable assistance […]
Georgia Court of Appeals Reverses DUI Convictions After State Failed to Justify Initial Detention
/in Blog /by lawyerA recent decision from the Georgia Court of Appeals underscores a critical point in DUI cases: the State must justify every stage of a police encounter, including the very first detention. In McDavid v. The State, decided July 2, 2026, the Court reversed DUI convictions arising from a single-car accident because the State never produced […]
Zero-Point Order in Gwinnett State Court
/in Blog /by lawyerIn Georgia, getting a speeding ticket or any other moving violation can add points to your driving record. As a result, these points can raise your insurance rates, put your license at risk of suspension, and create long-term problems. Fortunately, a Zero-Point Order is a special option under Georgia law that allows a judge to […]
RECIDIVIST STATUTE IN GEORGIA
/in Blog /by lawyerIn Georgia, repeat offenders are punished more severely, regardless of the nature of the crime charged. The theory behind it is to ensure that the prosecution deters people from continuing to commit crimes, which has caused the Georgia legislature to implement the Recidivist statute. RECIDIVIST PROVISION The Recidivist statute is set out in O.C.G.A. § […]
Hit and Run in Fulton County
/in Blog /by lawyerUnder Georgia law (O.C.G.A. 40-6-270) , a driver involved in an accident that results in injury, death, or damage to an attended vehicle must immediately stop at the scene (or as close as possible), return if necessary, and: Provide their name, address, and vehicle registration information; Display their driver’s license upon request; Render reasonable assistance […]