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The laws on DUIs are ever-changing and each year, thousands of DUI cases are taken up on appeal across the nation. Many of these result in written opinions by judges that then become law. In addition, each new DUI or traffic-related offense in the news has the potential to cause changes in the law. These changes are the result of public reaction to serious car accidents and deaths on the roadways of the United States.
That is why Richard Lawson has developed this website; to provide you with 24-hour access to the latest updates on DUI laws and DUI related news. Our goal is to inform our clients and the general public about the latest news and legal decisions. Accordingly, we update our blog and the entire website daily. All of our articles are written by the Georgia DUI Lawyers that work for our firm or affiliates.
For instance, there has been a flurry of legal activity over the legality of roadblocks, in Georgia and across the nation. Seen as a minor intrusion by some courts and an unnecessary infringement upon Fourth Amendment rights by others, the matter seems far from settled. Roadblocks must be established in accordance with the United States and Georgia Constitutions. The police cannot simply have a roadblock any place or any time they want.
There also has been a rash of injuries and deaths on our roadways. The death or injury of any motorist is a tragedy, and as a result; our legislature reacts to the carnage on the road with new laws designed to curb accidents. That is why our laws change every year.
Another recent change in the law regards the 'Boating Under the Influence' legislation in the State. The Boating code was completely overhauled in 2013; attorneys who do not regularly practice DUI law might be unaware of the new changes to the law.
Knowledge is power, and this blog is designed to help you take the most updated information on your defense. It is our goal for you to use the wealth of information on this site; including the Georgia Information Blog, Resources, and Practice Areas pages to help you decide the best course of action in your DUI case.
Benjamin Harris Rollins has been charged with DUI, vehicular homicide, driving with a suspended license, and hit-and-run after an accident last Friday. Rollins was driving home from Moon Shadow Tavern in Tucker when he hit another car head-on. One person died at the scene while another passenger ...
Police officers have a duty to use only reasonable and necessary force when making an arrest. In some cases officers take it too far, using force in such a way that goes beyond the legal standard. Sometimes this leads to the dismissal of certain charges or even entire cases. Every arrest in uniqu...
The submission of a video submitted by a parent has caused the DeKalb County School District to investigate one of its bus drivers. The video was taken by the parent after they witnessed a bus driver allegedly on her phone texting while steering with her other hand. The video shows her driving o...
When convicted of DUI in Georgia, there are various harsh Georgia DUI Penalties that can be ordered by the Judge in each particular case. One of the least harsh, but still time-consuming penalties is Court-Mandated Community Service in Georgia. A judge can also order community service for some t...
There's been a lot of reports of hit and runs or better known as the offense of Leaving the Scene of an Accident in Georgia in the news recently. The most recent report was on Saturday when DeKalb County police found a body in a ditch near the intersection of Thompson Mill and Rock Spring. The ...
When an officer in Georgia has a legitimate and valid reason for pulling you over, stopping you, or questioning you - you cannot flee or hinder the investigation. As a Georgia DUI Lawyer, I often explain that most Georgia DUI arrests begin with routine traffic stops for a traffic offense. The ha...
Whenever I get a call from someone who is facing their first DUI in Georgia, I take the time to explain the Georgia DUI Process because it is not only complicated but very overwhelming. In fact, most Georgians are unaware that there are two different court hearings. These court hearings include ...
When most people think about DUI in Georgia, they think of alcohol. Most people are unaware that you can actually get a charge of DUI Drugs in Georgia if driving unsafely under the influence of drugs - either prescription or illegal. What is DUI Drugs in Georgia? Georgia law defines DUI Drugs a...
If you are arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) in Georgia, you are required to attend DUI school as part of your sentence. DUI school is more formally known as a Risk Reduction Program, and knowing your requirements is a part of moving forward after a DUI arrest. An experienced Georgia...
Many of our clients come to us after being arrested for a DUI and immediately ask if they can get their case reduced to a lesser charge of reckless driving. In spite of the request, clients do not understand the benefits of a reduction of their Georgia DUI case to reckless driving. Even fewer p...
The short answer is “yes.” You can get a DUI the next morning. Many people believe they can sober up the morning after and that they are not in danger of receiving a DUI. While some people can go out drinking the night before and are fine the next day, that is not always the case. Some people co...
As a Georgia DUI Lawyer, I notice trends of charges that go together. I've written many posts about charges and related offenses to DUI in Georgia. Today, I'd like to focus on distracted driving and following too closely as they are highly related to DUI. Distracted Driving Distracted driving...
The results from Georgia DUI Breath and Blood Tests are usually one of the main forms of evidence that the state of Georgia has against you in a DUI case. Most people do not know that the officers must read a Georgia Implied Consent Notice before administering these tests. There are different...
As a Georgia DUI Lawyer, it's important for me to write about the leading causes of DUI in Georgia. There are many related offenses toDUI in Georgia including: Failure to Maintain Lane in Georgia Following too Closely in Georgia Illegal U-Turns in Georgia These are just a few examples whi...
I write about Georgia DUI Laws often because they are complicated, and I believe that Georgians should know what the laws are in their state. As a Georgia DUI Lawyer, I know that there is a lot of misinformation spread around about DUI in Georgia. One of the most common misconceptions about dri...
It's no secret that there are many undesirable consequences of being convicted of a DUI. The financial, emotional, and psychological costs start accumulating from the moment you are pulled over by a police officer, and they certainly don't end there. A DUI charge occurs when a person is accused o...
A car struck a prison inmate, causing his death, while he was on work detail on Wednesday morning. The prison inmate, Hunter OConner, was struck while he was holding the stop/slow sign to alert drivers in the area. He died on the scene on Lawrenceville Highway in Gwinnett County. Jennifer Adki...
Governor Nathan Deal has officially signed the hands-free distracted driving proposal into law. All of us have witnessed people driving recklessly because of the use of their cell phones. That is why Governor Deal signed the legislation. Governor Deal signed the law in Statesboro with the familie...
Georgia DUI Laws are complex, and as I mentioned in yesterdays post - definitely not for the general practitioner. If you have been arrested for DUI in Georgia, you need a Georgia DUI Lawyer who is well-experienced and knows how to apply Georgia DUI Defenses to your case. The absolute worst t...
Following a DUI arrest in Georgia, a person typically ends up inundated with solicitations from different DUI lawyers. This can be extremely overwhelming. Choosing the right team to work with your case can be tough. Thats why Ive chosen to post the top qualities of a top-rated Georgia DUI Law...
As Ive written about in other posts, DUI arrests commonly involve multiple offenses. In fact, many cases involve DUI and Disorderly Conduct charges. Disorderly Conduct in Georgia The Georgia Code outlines the different ways that a person can commit the offense of disorderly conduct in Georgia...
Offenses against Georgia law enforcement officers are taken very seriously. Getting pulled over is an extremely negative experience. Most people start panicking and unfortunately, that can sometimes mean irrational decision-making. Fight or flight might even kick in. When this instinct kicks in...
Many drivers do not know that if they are arrested for a DUI in Georgia, and consent to the state-administered chemical test, that they are also entitled to their own independent test. Only a small number of drivers arrested for DUI request their own independent test because they are unaware of t...
Drivers in Georgia are required to submit to a chemical test if they are suspected of driving while under the influence, but you can refuse to submit to it. Sometimes, though, maybe you were just too intoxicated to refuse even though -- but for that intoxication -- you would have refused. There h...
The short answer is Yes. While things can get complicated, some medications and certain health conditions may cause a police officer to think you are driving under the influence. DUI cases are highly technical, and countless factors can give the appearance that you are under the influence. We h...
When you are arrested for DUI in Georgia, finding the right Lawyer is Job #1. At the Law Offices of Richard S. Lawson we will investigate your case and find the best possible legal defense to your DUI in Georgia. You are in good hands with Richard Lawson and his associates. We will work tirelessly to help you while compassionately holding your hand throughout the entire DUI Defense Process.
At the Law Office of Richard S. Lawson, we have offices conveniently located throughout metro Atlanta and throughout Georgia. If we do not have a convenient office, we will come to you. We practice throughout Metro Atlanta and North Georgia. If your case is in an area we do not serve, we will find you an attorney in your area free of charge. Our office is part of a State-wide network of Georgia DUI Lawyers. Contact us 24/7 for immediate legal help. Our attorneys are standing by. Your DUI Case will not defend itself. Your Best Georgia DUI Defense Begins Here!
