Distracted driving in Georgia is more than just texting while at the wheel. There are many forms of distracted driving, some of which are easier to avoid than others. Unfortunately, distracted drivers cause more accidents on the road each year. The National Safety...
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Is ignorance of the law excusable for officers?
If you commit a crime unknowingly in Georgia, you will still face charges for it. That is how things work. Ignorance of the law is not an excuse for committing crimes. However, what about officers? Can they be ignorant of the law and make uninformed arrests or carry...
5 most dangerous Georgia roads
When it comes to auto accidents, some roads are much more treacherous than others. Significant traffic, poor visibility, narrow roadways and complex intersections all contribute to more dangerous driving in certain areas. In Georgia, motorists should take extra...
SCOTUS provides guidance on when cops can use evidence from cellphones
Over the last decade cellphones have evolved from a luxury to an essential part of our everyday life. It is rare that a person does not have a cellphone at all times. This device accompanies us as we drive to work, throughout our workday and often serves as our alarm...
Understanding the legal implications of teen-to-teen sexting
When teens send sexts of themselves to other willing teens, there could still be legal implications because of the sexualized nature of the images. Many Georgia teens participate in sending sexual pictures of themselves via text messages. The Washington Post states...
How to stop identity thieves in their tracks
Those who can tell that someone is attempting to steal their identities are the best prepared to stop it from happening from them. With the internet, smart phones and instant money transfers being a regular part of life these days, identity theft is now a modern crime...
3 factors that make a DUI a felony in Georgia
There are a number of ways that a DUI could be elevated from a misdemeanor to a felony in Georgia. For many people who are pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving in Georgia, the ensuing charges will be a misdemeanor. However, depending on the circumstances, that...
Drunk driving in GA: What happens if a driver refuses a breath test?
Breath tests are often used to gather evidence to support criminal charges, but are they constitutional? Drunk driving is illegal in every state in the country. States have enacted various laws to deter this practice, including a set of laws that deal with a legal...
DUI driver’s license suspensions in Georgia
Georgia drivers who are convicted of drunk driving offenses may lose the right to drive for a while but reinstatement options may be available. Drivers in Georgia who are arrested for drunk driving offenses understandably have a lot of questions. They will want to...
More stringent sex offender restrictions proposed in Georgia
A new proposal seeks to establish stricter residency and work restrictions for certain registered sex offenders in Georgia. Registration as a sex offender can significantly limit a person's ability to find housing, secure employment and participate in public life,...
