Georgia DUI and alcohol case articles from Kohn & Yager: arrests, testing, license consequences, and defense options.
Yes – Georgia Drivers Can Be Charged With a DUI for Prescription Medications Yes. A driver in Georgia can be charged with a DUI for prescription medications. The law does not ask whether the drug was legal. For a driver with a valid prescription, it asks whether the drug left that person incapable of driving … Read more
Which Breathalyzer Devices Georgia Police Use Georgia police use two kinds of breath test device. Officers carry a small handheld unit in the patrol car. They use that unit at the roadside. After an arrest, they take the driver to a jail or precinct. The driver then blows into the Intoxilyzer 9000. That machine is … Read more
Reckless Driving Under Georgia Law If you are facing the charge on its own rather than as a DUI reduction, our Atlanta reckless driving lawyer page walks through the penalties, points and defenses in detail. Reckless driving in Georgia is a crime, not a simple traffic ticket. Under Georgia law, reckless driving happens when a … Read more
What Is Minor in Possession of Alcohol in Georgia? Minor in Possession of alcohol (MIP) is a Georgia misdemeanor charge. It applies when a person under 21 purchases, attempts to purchase, or knowingly possesses alcohol. Under Georgia law, it is illegal for anyone under 21 to knowingly possess any alcoholic beverage. Even a single beer … Read more
Does a DUI Show Up on a Background Check? Yes, a DUI typically shows up on most background checks. It becomes part of your criminal history. A DUI can appear when an employer, landlord, or licensing board runs a background check. This is true whether you were arrested, charged, or convicted. The key distinction is … Read more
Yes, You Can Get a DUI from Weed in Georgia Georgia law treats marijuana-impaired driving the same as drunk driving. Under Georgia law, a driver can face DUI charges for operating a vehicle under the influence of any drug, including marijuana, that makes them less safe to drive. You do not need to be “high” … Read more