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Our goal is to provide an analysis of both news stories and current issues in the Atlanta legal community.  Our Atlanta DUI Lawyers bring a wealth of experience to our readers because unlike news reporters, we work every day in the Atlanta and Fulton County court systems.  Anyone can report the news, but our Atlanta DUI Attorneys will explain to our readers how the law applies to current events and the consequences an accused person may face in court.  Additionally, we will discuss the potential defenses that may apply to the cases we discuss.  Check back daily for our legal analysis. 

What is the Law Behind Resisting Arrest in Atlanta?

Posted by Richard Lawson | Jun 17, 2020 | 0 Comments

Atlanta, Ga. - As an Atlanta DUI Lawyer, I have received many questions over the past few days regarding DUI in Atlanta as well as what exactly constitutes resisting arrest or resisting police. In today's post, I will outline the law behind the offense of resisting arrest, which is known in Ge...

How Do Atlanta Police Investigate DUI Suspects?

Posted by Richard Lawson | Jun 16, 2020 | 0 Comments

As an Atlanta DUI Lawyer, I am often answering questions about Atlanta DUI Process. The majority of people are curious about what an officer can and cannot do during an investigation for DUI in Atlanta. In today's post, I will outline what a typical DUI investigation looks like within the City...

Rollover Crash on I-20 in Atlanta

Posted by Richard Lawson | Jun 12, 2020 | 0 Comments

Atlanta, Ga. - A rollover accident occurred this morning on I-20 and took about an hour and a half to fully clear. According to police, the investigation is still under way and as of right now, neither driver of the two vehicles involved is facing charges. Police have accused one of the driver...

What Constitutes a DUI in Atlanta?

Posted by Richard Lawson | Jun 10, 2020 | 0 Comments

Atlanta, Ga. - Many of the people who call our firm are baffled at how they even ended up getting arrested for DUI in Atlanta. This is typically because most people are unaware of the laws surrounding DUI in the state of Georgia. As an Atlanta DUI Lawyer, I find myself explaining quite often h...

Five Fatalities in College Park Crash

Posted by Richard Lawson | Jun 09, 2020 | 0 Comments

Atlanta, Ga. - According to the Georgia State Patrol, there was a deadly accident that occurred last week on Roosevelt Highway. Right now, the investigations are still under way, but police have stated that they do not believe that alcohol is a factor. The accident occurred on Roosevelt Highwa...

Six Atlanta Police Officers Facing Charges

Posted by Richard Lawson | Jun 08, 2020 | 0 Comments

Atlanta, Ga. - A video that has gone viral on social media in addition to body cam footage released to news outlets are making headlines. The video is of six officers who used Tasers on two college students during the protests in Downtown Atlanta. The footage shows the officers forcefully drag...

Pedestrian Killed by MARTA Bus in Atlanta

Posted by Richard Lawson | Jun 07, 2020 | 0 Comments

Atlanta, Ga. - According to reports from earlier today, a pedestrian died after being hit by a MARTA bus. Investigators and officers have stated that the man was hit while walking in a crosswalk near Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. The man was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident. They h...

Atlanta Police Officer Recovering From ATV Accident

Posted by Richard Lawson | Jun 06, 2020 | 0 Comments

Atlanta, Ga. - As an Atlanta DUI Defense Lawyer, I have been following the incidents that have occurred within the City of Atlanta very closely over the past week. I wrote earlier in the week about an Atlanta police officer who was seriously injured after being hit by an ATV during the riots and ...

How Much Does an Atlanta DUI Cost?

Posted by Richard Lawson | Jun 04, 2020 | 0 Comments

The question of how much will a DUI in Atlanta cost me is something that I am asked quite often. Most people have no idea just how expensive and costly a DUI charge in the City of Atlanta can be. As an Atlanta DUI Lawyer, I will break down the various costs and fees associated with a DUI. The...

Fatal Crash in Atlanta on Downtown Connector

Posted by Richard Lawson | Jun 01, 2020 | 0 Comments

Atlanta, Ga. - According to reports from the weekend, two drivers were found dead by police officers around 7:00 AM on Sunday morning on the Downtown Connector. There was a passenger discovered in one of the vehicles. That person was rushed to Grady Memorial Hospital in critical condition. The...

Atlanta Destroyed After Riots and Protests

Posted by Richard Lawson | May 30, 2020 | 0 Comments

Atlanta, Ga. - As a local Atlanta attorney, although I am an Atlanta DUI Lawyer, I feel that I would be discrediting the events of the past 24 hours if I did not cover the riots and protests that have occurred within the City of Atlanta. Starting yesterday, protests began in the wake of the de...

Atlanta Driver Accused of DUI and Obstruction

Posted by Richard Lawson | May 29, 2020 | 0 Comments

According to reports out of Duluth, an Atlanta driver is facing 10 charges all relating to one traffic incident. The driver has been accused of driving under the influence of alcohol, attempting to flee police, crashing her vehicle, leaving the scene, and then resisting arrest. Police stated ...

Road Rage Escalates in Downtown Atlanta

Posted by Richard Lawson | May 27, 2020 | 0 Comments

Atlanta, Ga. - As an Atlanta DUI Lawyer, I typically cover news stories relating to traffic violations and cases involving DUI in Atlanta. However, today, a news story made headlines that involved what started as a traffic violation but resulted in serious felony violence. According to reports...

Atlanta Police Department Searching for Driver

Posted by Richard Lawson | May 26, 2020 | 0 Comments

Atlanta, Ga. – Police with the Atlanta Police Department are on the search for a female driver who has been accused of hitting a young child with her car and driving away. Earlier today, during rush hour, officers received a call around 5:00 PM. They were called to Delmar Lane after a black Me...

Two Officer Related Shootings Reported in Atlanta

Posted by Richard Lawson | May 25, 2020 | 0 Comments

Atlanta, Ga. – As an Atlanta DUI Lawyer, I do my best to stay current on news coming out of the City of Atlanta that involves any offenses related to DUI in Atlanta. Most people are unaware of just how many offenses are actually DUI related offenses. This can span from drug possession to resist...

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