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The Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus Test Explained

The Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus Test Explained

Let’s envision a scenario you may or may not be familiar with: You’re driving late at night. You get pulled over. You are asked if you’ve been drinking.  After you’ve been pulled over and are asked about drinking, multiple things can or will happen afterward. One...
How Many Points Will Suspend My License?

How Many Points Will Suspend My License?

How Many Points Will Suspend My License in Georgia? Points are added to your license upon conviction of certain violations. The Georgia Point System ranges from 2 to 6 points. According to Georgia law provisions, a driver with 15 points in a 24-month period will have...
Can Felony Charges Be “Dropped” in Georgia?

Can Felony Charges Be “Dropped” in Georgia?

There is a misnomer that felony charges in Georgia can be “dropped.” However, generally speaking, the correct terminology is reduced or dismissed.  If there is no probable cause found, then the charge gets dismissed by a judge. If there is a plea bargain, the...
Georgia Reckless Driving

Georgia Reckless Driving

What You Need to Know About Reckless Driving in Georgia Reckless driving in Georgia occurs when an individual drives “any vehicle in reckless disregard for the safety of persons or property.” There isn’t a specific speed that’s considered reckless driving in Georgia....