When someone is pulled over for suspicion of DUI in Georgia, they will be asked to perform a series of tasks that could indicate potential impairment to the arresting police officer. It is important to note that these tests are entirely voluntary. If you choose not to perform the tests, your refusal statement cannot be […]
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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 […]
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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 not the person to […]
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 […]
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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 […]
Tests and Refusals: Know Your Rights
/in Atlanta DUI, Atlanta Jail, Blog, Cobb County, Criminal Law, DeKalb County, Distracted Driving, Drivers License, DUI, Field Sobriety Evaluations, Fulton County, Georgia, Georgia Criminal Law, Georgia DUI, Georgia Law, Georgia Traffic Laws, Gwinnett County, Henry County, License Suspension, Marietta, Marietta DUI, Misdemeanor, Municipal Court /by lawyerWhen someone is pulled over for suspicion of DUI in Georgia, they will be asked to perform a series of tasks that could indicate potential impairment to the arresting police officer. It is important to note that these tests are entirely voluntary. If you choose not to perform the tests, your refusal statement cannot be […]
License Consequences for DUI Convictions in Cherokee County, Georgia
/in Blog, Criminal Law, Drivers License, DUI, Georgia Criminal Law, Georgia DUI, Georgia Law, Georgia Traffic Laws /by lawyerBy: 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 […]
Atlanta Peeping Tom Lawyer
/in Blog, Criminal Law, Felony, Georgia, Georgia Criminal Law, Georgia Law /by lawyerGeorgia 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 not the person to […]
My Driver’s License is suspended from a DUI. Now what?
/in Atlanta DUI, Blog, Criminal Law, Drivers License, DUI, Georgia Criminal Law, Georgia DUI, Georgia Law, Gwinnett County, Henry County, License Suspension /by lawyerThere 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
/in Blog, Cobb County, Criminal History, Criminal Law, DeKalb County, Felony, Felony rights, Fulton County, Georgia, Georgia Criminal Law, Georgia Law, Gwinnett County, Henry County /by lawyerA 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 […]