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Police may use field sobriety testing when they suspect that you are driving under the influence of alcohol. One commonly used assessment involves observing your eye movements while you follow an object from side to side. The Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus test looks for...
Finding out that an undercover officer has been involved in your case can be unsettling. In such situations, you may be tempted to assume that the evidence gathered is unfair or cannot be used in court. In most cases, evidence obtained during a lawful undercover...
When you are involved in a car accident in Georgia, knowing whether to call the police can feel confusing in the moment. The stress of the situation can make it difficult to think clearly about your next steps. Understanding Georgia’s reporting requirements can help...
Law enforcement agencies at all levels often use online “sting” operations to catch people engaging in illegal activity – often involving minors. They typically have officers or agents in a chat room, on a social media platform or app or even on a gaming platform...
Strong evidence is necessary for the state to convict a person of a significant criminal offense. There must be proof beyond a reasonable doubt. In some cases, the appearance or location of an individual can be enough to warrant their arrest, and then evidence...
Motor vehicle collisions can be highly inconvenient. They leave a vehicle in need of repairs and occupants in need of medical care. Additionally, people who have places to be may need to wait on the side of the road for an hour or longer until a police officer arrives...
Criminal cases hinge on what evidence the court allows through the door. Among the more contested categories is hearsay, a type of statement that courts scrutinize closely before permitting it to influence a verdict. While hearsay is generally kept out of court...
A traffic stop can change quickly, especially when an officer moves from asking about speed or a lane change to asking questions about what is inside your car. In South Georgia, that shift can feel stressful because a routine stop may turn into a search, an arrest or...
This is normal for people to feel shaken up and unsure of what to do next after a car crash. The more evidence people preserve, the better their chances of effectively pursuing compensation after a collision. A mobile phone can help capture three of the most important...
Car accidents can leave people feeling overwhelmed in a matter of seconds. Between injuries, vehicle damage and conversations with insurance companies, it is easy to make decisions in the moment that may create additional problems later. Many people are unaware that...