The Rule of Law at Risk: How Low Salaries for Justices, Prosecutors, and Public Defenders Threaten Justice in Georgia
As a Georgia DUI lawyer with over 30 years of experience navigating our state’s legal system, I’ve seen firsthand how the rule of law underpins everything we do in the courtroom. It’s the foundation that ensures fairness, accountability, and justice for all-whether you’re facing a DUI charge or any other legal matter. The rule of […]
Read MoreUnderstanding Scalia’s Reading Law and Its Impact on DUI Appellate Practice before a Textualist Court
As a DUI defense attorney in Georgia, I’ve spent years navigating the complexities of statutes, case law, and appellate arguments to protect my clients’ rights. One book that has profoundly shaped my approach to legal interpretation is Reading Law: The Interpretation of Legal Texts by Justice Antonin Scalia and Bryan A. Garner. Published in 2012, […]
Read MoreClearing Your Record in Georgia: Understanding O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37 Record Restriction and Expungement and Retroactive First Offender O.C.G.A. § 42-8-66
If you’ve ever been arrested or convicted in Georgia, you know that a criminal record can follow you long after your case is closed-impacting job opportunities, housing, and even your reputation. Fortunately, Georgia law offers tools to help you take control of your past and move forward. Two key statutes, O.C.G.A. § 35-3-37 and O.C.G.A. […]
Read MoreUnderstanding Georgia’s Constitutional Protections Against Unreasonable Searches and Seizures: A Deep Dive into “Tackling Terry”
As a Georgia DUI attorney, I’ve spent years defending clients against charges that often hinge on the actions of law enforcement during traffic stops, searches, and arrests. Many of these cases involve the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, which protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. However, a recent article in the Mercer Law Review […]
Read MoreGeorgia Supreme Court Weighs in on Blood Test Refusal Evidence in DUI Cases: A Closer Look at Dias v. State
The Georgia Supreme Court issued an important decision on March 13, 2025 in Dias v. State, a case involving the admissibility of a DUI suspect’s refusal to submit to a blood test. This ruling, penned by Justice Ellington with a concurring opinion by Presiding Justice Peterson, addresses critical constitutional and evidentiary issues that could impact […]
Read MoreUnderstanding the Kadiri v. The State Case: A Key Ruling on Statute of Limitations in Georgia DUI Cases
In a March 14, 2025 decision by the Georgia Court of Appeals, A24A1255. Kadiri v. The State, the court reversed a conviction due to the trial court’s failure to properly instruct the jury on the statute of limitations and the State’s failure to present sufficient evidence proving that the prosecution was commenced within the required […]
Read MoreWinning Georgia DUI Jury Trials with the Rule-Out Method in “David Ball on Criminal Defense
As a DUI lawyer in Georgia with over 25 years of experience, I’ve seen how challenging it can be to defend clients against DUI charges in a state with some of the strictest laws in the country. A DUI conviction under O.C.G.A. § 40-6-391 can lead to harsh penalties, including jail time, fines, and license […]
Read MoreGeorgia’s New THC Law: What’s Legal, What’s Not, and How It Could Land You in Hot Water
If you’re in Atlanta and you’ve been popping into hemp shops for gummies or CBD tinctures, you might’ve noticed some changes lately. That’s because Georgia’s latest hemp law-Senate Bill 494 (SB 494), signed by Governor Brian Kemp on April 30, 2024, and effective as of October 1, 2024-has shaken up the THC landscape. At George […]
Read MoreThe Future of DUI: How Robotaxis Could Transform Arrests, Fatalities, and Ride-Sharing Costs
By George Creal, DUI Lawyer | March 12, 2025 As a DUI lawyer with years of experience defending clients across Georgia, I’ve seen firsthand the devastating consequences of driving under the influence. DUI arrests and alcohol-related traffic fatalities remain significant challenges, but the horizon of transportation is changing rapidly. With the introduction of level 5 […]
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