Personal Injury
In Georgia, law enforcement generally has the authority to search your vehicle after it has been impounded. The purpose is not to search for criminal evidence initially but rather to document the things in your car. However, this routine procedure might lead to the...
Being stopped by a cop is a terrifying experience for most people. If you find yourself in this situation, your stress and frustration may push you to argue or shout insults at the officer. Although the First Amendment protects your right to free expression, the...
Most states use various methods to address traffic infractions, penalizing them in proportion to the offense's severity. A common way to measure and impose sanctions on violators is through a point system. In Georgia, authorities may assign several points for each...
Facing the immediate aftermath of an arrest in Georgia can be bewildering. For those who have never been arrested before, the initial exposure to the arrest process and the criminal justice system can leave them with more questions than answers. If you have been...
Police officers are so adamant and proactive in their search for guns and drugs to the point that they sometimes forget their constitutional limitations. Such was the case when the police dog, Nero, found drugs in a vehicle at a traffic stop. The dog’s enthusiasm led...
DUI checkpoints are legal in Georgia, and coming upon one while you are driving usually causes anxiety. You should not try to avoid the checkpoint if there is no legal way around it. Do not pull over and turn around or drive the wrong way. This will only likely get...
Eyewitness testimony comes into play in many Georgia criminal investigations and trials. Many believe it is a reliable source of evidence that is capable of helping solve crimes and bring perpetrators to justice. However, a growing body of research suggests that...
Driving under the influence (DUI) is a criminal charge because a drunk driver not only endangers themselves but also other drivers, pedestrians and even their passengers. It’s cruel enough to put the lives of innocent passengers in the hands of an inebriated motorist,...
Under Georgia law, it’s an offense to drive while drunk. If an officer charges you with driving under the influence (DUI), you can expect several penalties upon your conviction. You’ll have to pay a fine and serve time in jail. Your driver’s license could also be...
You have probably heard someone get their Miranda rights while watching your favorite crime show. You may have even seen this for real. Thanks to these situations most people are familiar with their basic rights. You may even be able to list them. That said, if the...
