Blog News - General, Recent DUI Blog Posts

As a Gwinnett County DUI Attorney, I often need to access criminal history records for my clients and witnesses to build a strong defense. The Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC) provides these records under specific guidelines, and I’m here to walk you through the process based on the official GCIC instructions. Criminal Cases: What You Need […]

On April 14, 2025, tragedy struck Atlanta’s vibrant Little Five Points neighborhood when a high-speed pursuit initiated by the Georgia State Patrol ended in a fatal crash at the intersection of Moreland and McLendon Avenue. A driver fleeing a traffic stop ran a red light, colliding with another vehicle and claiming an innocent life. As […]

Sandy Springs is gearing up for a significant change in its public safety and judicial landscape. On April 21, 2025, the city will officially open its state-of-the-art Police Headquarters and Municipal Court Complex at 620 Morgan Falls Rd. This modern facility, spanning over 130,000 square feet, marks a new era for law enforcement and court […]

When facing a DUI charge in Atlanta, understanding the court process can feel overwhelming. The Municipal Court of Atlanta’s DUI Division, presided over by Judge Teresa A. Mann in Courtroom 6B, operates under a detailed set of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). As an experienced Atlanta DUI lawyer, George Creal is here to break down these procedures […]

If you’ve been charged with a DUI in Gwinnett County, the stakes just got higher. On April 9, 2025, Georgia’s Senate Bill 121 (SB 121) went into effect, introducing stricter motor vehicle liability insurance requirements for individuals convicted of driving under the influence (DUI). As a seasoned Gwinnett County DUI attorney, I’ve seen how DUI convictions […]

If you’re on probation in Georgia, whether for a DUI, misdemeanor, or ordinance violation, the stakes are high. Violating the terms of your probation can lead to a revocation proceeding, where a judge decides whether to modify, extend, or even revoke your probation-potentially sending you to jail. As a seasoned Cobb County DUI and criminal […]

The recent detention of Felipe Zapata Velasquez, a 27-year-old University of Florida student, by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after a traffic stop in Gainesville, has cast a spotlight on the precarious situation international students face in the U.S. This incident, reported by NBC 6 South Florida on April 9, 2025, underscores a broader […]

When you’re facing a DUI charge in Gwinnett County, the stakes are high-fines, jail time, a wrecked record. It’s not just a legal battle; it’s a strategic showdown. At the Law Office of George Creal, Jr., we don’t just fight DUI cases-we outmaneuver them, using insights from game theory, the science of strategy. Drawing from […]

When you’re facing a DUI charge in Georgia, one of the most critical decisions you’ll make is who will represent you in court. The stakes are high-your license, your freedom, and your future hang in the balance. You want an attorney you trust, someone with the experience and strategy to fight for you. But what […]