Can Chewing Gum Really Skew Your Intoxilyzer 9000 Breath Test in a Gwinnett County DUI Case?
If you’ve ever been pulled over in Gwinnett County for suspected DUI, you know the drill: field sobriety tests, questions about your night, and often, a request to blow into a breathalyzer. In Georgia, the Intoxilyzer 9000 is the go-to device for measuring blood alcohol concentration (BAC) after arrest at the jail or the police […]
Microbes in Blood Samples: The Overlooked Threat in Georgia DUI Blood Tests
As a dedicated Gwinnett County DUI lawyer with over 25 years of experience defending clients in the Atlanta area, I’ve seen how seemingly ironclad evidence like blood alcohol test results can crumble under scrutiny. One of the most underappreciated vulnerabilities in these tests is microbial contamination-specifically, from ethanol-producing bacteria and yeasts that can skew results […]
The Reopening of the Alpharetta Detention Center: A New Era for Local Justice and Public Safety
As an experienced DUI lawyer serving Alpharetta and the surrounding North Fulton communities, I’ve seen firsthand how the local justice system impacts those facing misdemeanor charges, including DUI arrests. The recent reopening of the Alpharetta Detention Center marks a significant shift in how our city handles detentions, and it’s a development worth discussing for anyone […]
Uncovering the Hidden Layers: Axon Evidence.com Police Bodycam Audit Trails and Their Role in DUI Defense
As a dedicated Smyrna DUI lawyer, I’ve seen firsthand how body-worn camera (BWC) footage can make or break a case. In DUI arrests, police bodycams often capture critical moments-from the initial stop to field sobriety tests and breathalyzer administration. But what many don’t realize is that the video itself is just the surface. Beneath it […]
The Foundation of Science in DUI Cases: Humility Over Arrogance in Breath and Blood Testing
As a Hall County DUI lawyer with over 31 years of experience defending clients in Georgia, I’ve seen firsthand how the “science” of DUI testing is often presented as ironclad evidence in court. But as the quote goes, “The foundation of science is the humility to learn, not the arrogance of expertise.” This wisdom reminds […]
Understanding Speedy Trial Rights in Georgia DUI Cases: Statutory vs. Constitutional Demands
As a dedicated Cumming DUI lawyer at George C. Creal, Jr., P.C., Trial Lawyers, I’ve handled hundreds of DUI cases in Forsyth County and across North Georgia. One of the most critical aspects of defending against DUI charges is ensuring your rights are protected, including your right to a speedy trial. In Georgia, this right […]
Understanding Homeowner Gun Rights in Georgia: Defending Your Home and Property With a Firearm Under OCGA 16-3-23 and 16-3-24
As a Georgia gun lawyer with years of experience defending clients in self-defense and firearms-related cases, I’ve seen firsthand how complex these situations can be. Homeowners have the right to protect their homes, lives, and property, but the law draws clear lines on when and how force can be used. Today, I want to break […]
Exposing the Fraud: Raw Data from NHTSA’s HGN Robustness Study Reveals “Fake Science” in DUI Field Tests
As an experienced DUI lawyer in Alpharetta and throughout Georgia, I’ve spent years challenging the so-called “science” behind field sobriety tests in court. One of the most commonly used-and misused-tools in DUI arrests is the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN) test. Officers claim it can detect alcohol impairment with high accuracy, but a deep dive into […]
DUI Arrest of Sober College Football Player Highlights Flaws in Field Sobriety Tests
A recent incident covered by WSB TV in Rome, Georgia, has once again spotlighted the unreliability of field sobriety tests (FSTs) for detecting drug impairment, leaving an innocent young man facing life-altering consequences. As a seasoned Georgia DUI attorney specializing in drug-related cases, I’ve seen firsthand how these subjective tests can lead to wrongful arrests, […]