Many individuals understand that driving while impaired by alcohol is illegal in Georgia; however, many may be unaware of how these same laws apply to prescription medication use and can lead to devastating legal ramifications.
These cases are complex as there is…
Geofence warrants have proven extremely valuable in solving crimes; however, they also raise serious concerns regarding privacy and civil liberties. A recent ruling from the Fifth Circuit Court has set up a Fourth Amendment case with potential nationwide ramifications on geofence warrant…
If you are found guilty of DUI in Georgia, the financial repercussions can be severe. Not only will you incur fines and penalties; your auto insurance premiums could go through the roof. Insurance companies consider DUIs to be high-risk behaviors that pose…
Breathalyzers use either infrared spectroscopy or fuel cell technology to measure alcohol molecules present in one's breath and estimate their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) using this reaction.
Experienced Johns Creek DUI lawyers often challenge these results through pre-trial hearings to suppress chemical…
At present, most DUI testing laboratories only perform tests against an established per se BAC threshold; thus limiting their ability to identify other drugs that contribute to driving impairment.
Clinical Pharmacokinetics is the study of how drugs are absorbed, distributed, metabolized and…
Once a driver is charged with DUI, their car insurance rates can drastically increase and additional costs such as filing an SR-22 form with their insurer will likely arise - further increasing premiums.
Rate increases vary based on both state and driver…
Johns Creek DUI arrests often carry more hidden costs than just those associated with fines and court fees, including financial strain and family disruption, which may even have lasting repercussions.
An individual convicted of DUI will become high-risk drivers, which will increase…
Impairment in DUI cases doesn't just refer to alcohol consumption. Law enforcement officers have been trained to recognize drivers under the influence of both legal and illegal drugs.
Johns Creek drivers facing conviction may experience severe repercussions as a result of their…
Johns Creek DUI charges carry severe consequences, and conviction can result in jail time, fines, license suspension and the installation of an ignition interlock device.
Multiple convictions can have serious repercussions for green card eligibility and must be handled correctly to remain…
First-time DUI offenders may suffer lasting repercussions from their DUI conviction, including loss of independence, financial strain and feelings of guilt and shame.
James Yeargan Law Firm attorneys have extensive experience challenging field sobriety test results and breath or blood test evidence,…
