Author Archives: Jay Butchko
A Breakdown of Georgia’s DUI Law
Being accused of driving under the influence can be frightening and confusing, especially for those who are unfamiliar with the law. We’ve included a few details on Georgia’s DUI law below to help give you a better idea of what you are facing when accused of driving under the influence. What is a DUI? … Read More »
Can You Be Arrested and Charged for Drug Possession if Police Find Drugs in Your Car in Georgia?
Drug possession is a major criminal offense. Depending on the substance and amount, it could be a felony criminal offense that carries substantial time in state prison. You may be wondering: Can you be convicted of drug possession if narcotics are found in your vehicle in Georgia? The answer is “yes”—a person could face… Read More »
Could You Be Charged With a DUI While On a Bicycle in Georgia?
Thinking about taking your bicycle to and from a bar? In Cobb County, you need to be very careful. Georgia is one of a minority of U.S. states where you can get a DUI on a bicycle. An intoxicated cyclist could be arrested and charged with a misdemeanor criminal offense. Within this blog post,… Read More »
DUI Charges: Am I Required to Take a Field Sobriety Test in Georgia?
A traffic stop is stressful—especially so if you can tell that the officer believes that you are under the influence. You may be asked to take a field sobriety test (FST)—such as the horizontal gaze nystagmus, the one-leg stand, or the walk-and-turn—at the stop. You are not required to take a field sobriety test… Read More »