Criminal and DUI Defense Law Office

If you are pulled over for a DUI in Georgia, the police may ask you to perform field sobriety tests. One of these tests is the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN) test, also referred to as the “DUI eye test.” This gives law enforcement the opportunit… Read More

Gun ownership is a right that is granted by the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and Georgia’s state constitution. But whether you own a firearm for hunting or personal protection, it’s important to understand that this right can be take… Read More

It is common knowledge that driving with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .08% or more is illegal. However, what many people are surprised to learn is that you can also get a DUI charge in a parked car. Georgia’s drinking and driving laws apply not… Read More

Being accused of a criminal offense is a serious matter — and it’s crucial to attend any hearings that have been scheduled in your case. Whether you’ve been charged with a traffic violation, misdemeanor, or felony, there can be serious conseque… Read More

In the event you were arrested for a crime, you may be wondering, “can the police lie to you to get a confession?” In short, the answer is yes. The police are permitted to lie and use deception during an interrogation or investigation. However, t… Read More

Being falsely accused of a crime can have a significant impact on your life and livelihood. Not only could you incur monetary fines, but you might even spend time in jail. A conviction can also result in a permanent criminal record for a crime you di… Read More

Georgia laws include specific provisions about use of character evidence against a defendant in a criminal case. Generally, character evidence cannot be used against a defendant, but there are exceptions that make the issue of admissibility complex.… Read More

In the Georgia criminal justice process, most cases are resolved through a plea deal between the prosecutor and defendant, with the approval of the judge. A plea deal — or plea agreement or plea bargain —can benefit the defendant, prosecutor, and… Read More