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Naturally, impaired driving is treated seriously in Georgia; laws governing such offenses are strict to help ensure public safety. DUI laws focus not only on penalizing offenders but also on preventing future incidents through rehabilitation and deterrence. However,...
Motorists generally dislike encountering anything in traffic that may increase their drive time. Traffic jams are a universally loathed commuter experience, and people may also be frustrated by the delays caused by collisions. They tend to shut down roads, especially...
No driver wants to see the flashing lights of a police cruiser behind them in traffic. However, police officers across Georgia regularly stop and cite motorists for violating traffic statutes. In more serious cases, they may arrest the driver because they committed a...
A drunk driving charge can have serious consequences. If convicted, a drunk driving charge can lead to license suspension, imprisonment and fines. However, the police must have evidence that a driver was drunk. A common way the police gather evidence during traffic...
It’s that time again — Homecoming season for Valdosta State Universities. While the homecoming game is actually being played on Saturday, Oct. 21, the festivities are already underway. There are sure to be celebrations and revelry leading up to and on homecoming...
A traffic stop can happen when the police have reasonable suspicion that a vehicle is in the process of violating the law or will violate the law. Many police officers have reasonable suspicion that a driver is drunk when they see a car speeding, swerving between...
Alcohol is dangerous for drivers at any time of the day or the year. An after-work stop at happy hour can be as dangerous as a late-night drop-in at the local watering hole. A round of drinks during a family holiday celebration can cause the same amount of impairment...