A bill currently being considered by the Georgia Senate would require anyone convicted of a DUI for the first time to have an ignition interlock device (IID) installed on any vehicle they drive for six months. Under current Georgia law, only those convicted for a...
Month: March 2020
How prescription drugs can land your teen under arrest
Alcohol and marijuana are still the most common substances used by teens. However, as it's become increasingly common for kids to be prescribed drugs like Adderall and various pain killers and mood stabilizers, more are becoming addicted to them. A study by the...
Proposed law would give judges more discretion with DUIs
Under Georgia law, people who are convicted of driving under the influence of drugs or who plead guilty to it have their driver's licenses suspended. So do those who are found guilty of driving under the influence of alcohol. However, judges have the power to allow...
Don’t say the wrong thing during a DUI traffic stop
A traffic stop for suspicion of driving under the influence is nothing to take lightly. Even if you're sober, it's not a good time to say or do the wrong thing, because the wrong approach can lead to serious consequences. Many people struggle to find the right thing...
UGA football player arrested after altercation with girlfriend
Many people associate domestic violence-related charges with older people -- or at least those past college-age. However, relationships can become volatile at any age.University of Georgia (UGA) football player Devonte Wyatt was arrested last month at a dormitory on...
What’s the best defense of shoplifting charges?
Teenagers can and will make mistakes, with some of them more serious than others. For example, if your teen was arrested for shoplifting, you'll want to learn more about the circumstances and the next steps in the process.To start, speak with your teen to better...
What penalties can your child face for a DUI?
Your teen had been dreaming about getting their driver's license for years. You logged countless hours with them in the car preparing for their road test. They know the rules of the road forwards and backwards. Then they did something they swore to you they would...





