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Cumming Criminal Defense Blog
Posted on Jun 18, 2013
If you have been arrested in Atlanta for DUI, your citations will likely direct you to appear at the Atlanta Municipal Court. Often, first court dates are within days of a DUI arrest and it can leave ...
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Posted on Jun 11, 2013
Boating under the influence charges are serious in Georgia and are often treated by prosecutors as DUI cases, even if the technical requirements of the law are not the same. While Georgia BUI charges ...
Continue reading "Having a BUI Dropped to Reckless Operation in Georgia" »
Posted on Jun 9, 2013
Georgia law requires that all people convicted of two DUIs in five years install and maintain an ignition interlock device on their vehicle for a minimum period of six months after a conviction. Until ...
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Posted on Jun 1, 2013
The Forsyth County Sheriff's Department uses roadblocks to enforce the law and crack down on moving violations including DUI, driving with suspended or invalid licenses and other equipment ...
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Posted on May 27, 2013
With Memorial Day weekend coming to a close, Hall County and surrounding areas have already begun their summer DUI patrols. Driving under the influence is a serious charge in Hall County and the ...
Continue reading "Hall County DUI Lawyers & Your Defense" »
Posted on May 26, 2013
On Memorial Day weekend, thousands flock to North Georgia's lakes to officially kick off the summer boating season. This year, there is a new law you need to be aware of to avoid the weekend ...
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Posted on May 14, 2013
The National Transportation Safety Board recommended today that all 50 states lower the legal limit for alcohol intake before driving from.08 to.05. The agency says the change would save 500-800 ...
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Posted on May 8, 2013
If you have been charged with shoplifting in Forsyth County, Georgia, our law firm is here to help. Both Mr. Watson and Mr. Zeliff have successfully handled dozens of shoplifting cases in recent ...
Continue reading "Forsyth County Shoplifting Charges: Things to Know" »
Posted on May 6, 2013
Under Georgia forfeiture laws, local law enforcement agencies may file a civil claim to property used in the drug trade. Actually, the agencies may seek to obtain property even if it's merely ...
Continue reading "Navigating Georgia's Forfeiture Laws" »
Posted on May 2, 2013
Each year, thousands around the Atlanta area visit their favorite Mexican establishment for an evening of drinks and fun for Cinco de Mayo. Before you drive home after your Cinco de Mayo festivities, ...
Continue reading "Atlanta DUI on Cinco de Mayo: Avoiding Them" »
Posted on Apr 30, 2013
Sandy Springs Solicitation of Sexual Acts Sandy Springs Ordinance 38-118 outlaws either selling or paying or sexual, or related acts within Sandy Springs. Under the ordinance, it is illegal to offer ...
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Posted on Apr 24, 2013
If you have been charged with speeding in Alpharetta, you have some options other than pleading guilty and having the points and charge transferred to your driving record. Play it smart and you could ...
Continue reading "Contesting Alpharetta Speeding Tickets" »
Posted on Apr 14, 2013
Summer is traditionally the busiest time on Georgia's roadways, as folks are traveling and taking vacations with the nice weather. In Hall County, the Sheriff's Department is out in full force ...
Continue reading "Hall County Speeding Ticket Lawyers: Travel Safe." »
Posted on Apr 10, 2013
Suwanee DUI Charges The Suwanee, Georgia police department and Georgia State Patrol both have the power to make DUI arrests within the City of Suwanee. If you have been arrested and charged with DUI, ...
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Posted on Apr 4, 2013
Possession of Meth Charges in Georgia Methamphetamine possession is a felony crime in Georgia and those convicted can spend up to 15 years in prison. Under Georgia laws, meth is classified as a ...
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Posted on Apr 1, 2013
The following are common questions about DUI probation in Georgia. If you have other specific questions, call or write our office. Q: How long can I be put on probation for in Georgia for a DUI? Under ...
Continue reading "Georgia DUI Probation Q & A: From DUI Lawyer Evan Watson" »
Posted on Mar 31, 2013
Fighting DUI Charges in Roswell, Georgia If you are charged with DUI in Roswell, Georgia, there are certain steps you must take to ensure you keep your right to drive and defend your DUI charge. ...
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Posted on Mar 25, 2013
Georgia House OKs Law to Lower Boater's Legal Limit to.08 Last week, the Georgia House of Representatives approved a bill that would lower Georgia's current. 10 legal limit on the waterways ...
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Posted on Mar 19, 2013
Deadly Car Accident From Fallen Ladder Last Tuesday, a vehicle traveling on I-285 near Washington Road apparently lost a ladder, which caused a multi car pileup that killed one person and injured two. ...
Continue reading "Could Driver Face Vehicular Homicide Charges for Ladder Accident?" »
Posted on Mar 17, 2013
If you have been arrested and charged with a DUI in Alpharetta, this article will help you ensure that you take the first necessary steps in defending your case. A DUI arrest in Alpharetta will ...
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Posted on Mar 4, 2013
Generally, on a first DUI in Georgia, your license is suspended from anywhere between 4-12 months. However, this is not a bright line rule and your actual suspension time can depend on the court you ...
Continue reading "How A Georgia DUI Can Impact Your Driver's License" »
Posted on Feb 27, 2013
Under Georgia's implied consent law, an officer who has arrested someone for DUI has the right to obtain blood from that person. Increasingly, blood tests are being performed after a search ...
Continue reading "Georgia DUI Blood Tests: What to Do" »
Posted on Feb 26, 2013
Accoring to an article on the ajc.com website, Alpharetta city councilman Michael Cross was arrested for DUI Saturday night after another driver called in his vehicle for weaving. Cross, 38, has ...
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Posted on Feb 24, 2013
MC Hammer Arrested for Obstruction in California 90s rap star MC Hammer was arrested Thursday night in a small city east of Oakland when he allegedly refused to cooperate with police after his vehicle ...
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Posted on Feb 7, 2013
If you have been pulled over and given a traffic ticket in Forsyth County, Georgia, there are different ways to handle the ticket. You can and must always come to court on your arraignment date (the ...
Continue reading "Forsyth County Traffic Ticket Information" »
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