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3 things not to say during a DUI stop

On Behalf of Shawn P. Hammond and Associates | Mar 19, 2025 | Criminal Defense, DUI

Getting pulled over by the police is nerve-wracking. Your heart races, your palms sweat, and it's easy to feel like you need to explain yourself or talk your way out of the situation. But in a DUI stop, what you say can be used against you. Knowing what not to say can...

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How can a Georgia DUI affect car insurance?

On Behalf of Shawn P. Hammond and Associates | Jun 4, 2024 | DUI

A driver facing driving under the influence (DUI) charges in Georgia is at risk of a variety of consequences. Judges can sentence people to probation, meaning they are subject to close court oversight for months. They might incarcerate someone. DUI defendants often...

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Are there medical reasons that a sober person may fail a breath test?

On Behalf of Shawn P. Hammond and Associates | Apr 6, 2024 | DUI

People who are accused of impaired driving often have questions about their charges. Although many rush to plead guilty to avoid the perceived embarrassment of court, others want to prove their innocence. Especially when someone knows they hadn't had anything to drink...

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Can I get a DUI for driving under the influence of a prescription medication?

On Behalf of Shawn P. Hammond and Associates | Mar 11, 2024 | DUI

Most people know that drunk driving is illegal, and that driving under the influence is a serious offense in Georgia. However, a DUI charge is not limited to alcohol. Many are surprised to learn that you can also be charged with a DUI for operating a vehicle while...

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Impairing prescription drugs can lead to DUIs

On Behalf of Shawn P. Hammond and Associates | Feb 23, 2024 | DUI

In Georgia, you can face charges for driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or a controlled substance. However, this rule doesn’t refer to just alcoholic drinks and illegal substances. Even prescription medicines that have impairing side effects can give...

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Commercial drivers and DUI in Georgia: A different set of standards

On Behalf of Shawn P. Hammond and Associates | Jan 8, 2024 | DUI

Due to the nature of their vehicles and the potential for large-scale consequences when an accident occurs, commercial drivers have a significant responsibility in maintaining road safety. In Georgia and other U.S. states, this translates into stricter standards for...

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Using inhalants can lead to DUIs, too

On Behalf of Shawn P. Hammond and Associates | Dec 20, 2023 | DUI

Most people are aware that there are two main ways to face a charge for driving under the influence (DUI) in Georgia – either you’re inebriated due to alcohol or impaired due to an intoxicating controlled substance. But there’s also a third way for drivers to face...

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Are DUI checkpoints or sobriety roadblocks legal in Georgia?

On Behalf of Shawn P. Hammond and Associates | Dec 15, 2023 | DUI

Targeted drunk driving enforcement efforts have limited efficacy. It is simply impossible for Georgia police officers to locate and interact with everyone who might be under the influence while driving. Police officers often watch for impaired driving more carefully...

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Why Georgia’s open container law is one of the strictest in America

On Behalf of Shawn P. Hammond and Associates | Sep 13, 2023 | Criminal Defense, DUI

It’s unlawful to have an open container of any alcoholic beverage inside a motor vehicle in most U.S. states. Generally referred to as open container laws, some states might also have their own specific provisions. Some jurisdictions might allow passengers to hold an...

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How much marijuana can lead to a DUI charge?

On Behalf of Shawn P. Hammond and Associates | Aug 21, 2023 | DUI

Driving under the influence (DUI) charge doesn’t just apply to drunk drivers. Officers can also charge drivers who are under the effect of an intoxicating drug or substance. The types of substances prohibited by law vary, including illicit drugs such as mescaline and...

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