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 […]
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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 […]
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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, […]
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Georgia Court Clarifies Fog Line Rules in Traffic Stops: Key Takeaways from Chapman v. State (2023)
As a seasoned Coweta DUI lawyer with over 25 years of experience defending clients in traffic and criminal cases, I’ve seen countless motions to suppress evidence from questionable stops. The recent Georgia Court of Appeals decision in Chapman v. State (368 Ga. App. 682, 890 Se.E.2d 313, A23A0234, decided June 27, 2023) is a must-know […]
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The Crisis of Forensic Independence: When Scientists Face Retaliation for Asking Uncomfortable Questions
As an experienced Atlanta DUI lawyer, I’ve spent years challenging forensic evidence in courtrooms across Georgia. From breathalyzer results to blood toxicology reports, the science behind DUI prosecutions often appears ironclad-until you dig deeper. But what happens when the scientists themselves question the system’s flaws? A recent editorial in Forensic Science International: Synergy by Aaron […]
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Variables in Breath Tests: Understanding Machine and Human Factors in Georgia DUI Cases
As Atlanta DUI lawyers at George C. Creal, Jr., P.C., Trial Lawyers, we often see cases where breath test results are presented as ironclad evidence of intoxication. However, these results are estimates, not absolute truths, and are subject to numerous variables that can impact their accuracy. In this post, we’ll explore the key variables affecting […]
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The Hierarchy of Evidence in Scientific Studies: Essential Knowledge for Georgia DUI Defense
As experienced Georgia DUI lawyers at George C. Creal, Jr., P.C. Trial Lawyers, we know that scientific evidence often plays a pivotal role in DUI cases. From breathalyzer results to field sobriety tests and blood alcohol concentration (BAC) analyses, the prosecution frequently relies on “scientific” claims to build their case. But not all science is […]
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The Power of Informed Voting: A Message from George C. Creal, Jr., P.C. Ahead of Georgia’s November 4, 2025 Election
As Georgia DUI attorneys at George C. Creal, Jr., P.C., we spend our days navigating the complexities of the legal system, fighting for our clients’ rights in cases involving traffic violations, DUIs, and more. With the November 4, 2025 election just around the corner, we’re reminded of how crucial civic participation is-not just in the […]
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Navigating DUI Courts in the Metro Atlanta Area: What They Are and How They Work
If you’ve been charged with a DUI in the metro Atlanta area, you may have heard about DUI courts as an option during your case. These specialized programs offer an alternative path focused on rehabilitation rather than solely punishment. At George C. Creal, Jr., P.C. Trial Lawyers, we specialize in DUI defense and have helped […]
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