Transportation plays a vital role in the daily lives of individuals and the overall development of communities. In Dunwoody, Georgia, a bustling suburb located just north of Atlanta, efficient transportation planning is essential for residents and visitors alike. By taking the time to plan ahead for transportation needs, whether it’s commuting, leisure activities, or running […]
Category Archives: Blog
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Mar
Mar
Driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs is a serious offense that can have significant consequences, especially if you hold a commercial driver’s license (CDL). In the state of Georgia, CDL holders are subject to strict regulations and penalties if they are caught driving under the influence. One of the consequences of a […]
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Mar
Mar
– [Chairman] Introduce yourself and then give us your testimony. – Thank you, Mr. Chairman, the members of the committee. My name is Greg Willis. I’m a practicing attorney in Georgia. I’m very proud of this state that I practice in. I’m very proud of our Supreme Court and Court of Appeals. And, what […]
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Jan
Jan
If you have been charged with DUI in Georgia, your case could be resolved through a plea bargain before it even goes to trial. A plea bargain means that you agree to a lesser charge and the penalties for this charge will be agreed upon by your DUI defense attorney and the prosecution. For first-time […]
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Jan
Jan
If you have been arrested on suspicion of DUI in Georgia due to a blood alcohol of .08 or refusing a chemical test, you will lose your license for a period of time. Before your license is suspended, however, you will have the opportunity to appeal the suspension in front of the Georgia Department of […]
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Jan
Jan
Following a DUI arrest or the refusal to take a breath or blood test in Georgia, you will have your driver’s license suspended until the court hearing. However, you have the right to file an appeal with the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) about your license suspension. The appeal will allow you and your […]
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Jan
Jan
A conviction of driving under the influence of alcohol in Georgia can carry a variety of penalties, such as jail time, fines, and probation. If a driver is arrested more than once for DUI, they risk having a ignition interlock device installed in their vehicles as a way to prevent them from getting behind the […]
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Jan
Jan
Since Georgia views driving as a privilege, the point system is a way for the state to track drivers that have multiple driving violations and use this information to revoke or suspend their licenses. A driver may have a number of small-level violations that, taken on their own, may not be seen as much, but when […]
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Jan
Jan
Any person that has been arrested in connection with a crime has legal rights under the United States Constitution. This includes how they should be treated by law enforcement before and during the arrest. If rights have been violated by law enforcement during a DUI arrest, a DUI defense lawyer may be able to use […]
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Jan
Jan
Whenever you appear before a judge, the first impression that you make can have a long-term effect on the outcome of your case. If the judge does not believe that you take the accusations against you seriously, they may be more likely to impose harsher punishments upon you. By taking a moment to go through […]