Uncovering the Hidden Layers: Axon Evidence.com Police Bodycam Audit Trails and Their Role in DUI Defense
As a dedicated Smyrna DUI lawyer, I’ve seen firsthand how body-worn camera (BWC) footage can make or break a case. In DUI arrests, police bodycams often capture critical moments-from the initial stop to field sobriety tests and breathalyzer administration. But what many don’t realize is that the video itself is just the surface. Beneath it […]
The Foundation of Science in DUI Cases: Humility Over Arrogance in Breath and Blood Testing
As a Hall County DUI lawyer with over 31 years of experience defending clients in Georgia, I’ve seen firsthand how the “science” of DUI testing is often presented as ironclad evidence in court. But as the quote goes, “The foundation of science is the humility to learn, not the arrogance of expertise.” This wisdom reminds […]
Understanding Speedy Trial Rights in Georgia DUI Cases: Statutory vs. Constitutional Demands
As a dedicated Cumming DUI lawyer at George C. Creal, Jr., P.C., Trial Lawyers, I’ve handled hundreds of DUI cases in Forsyth County and across North Georgia. One of the most critical aspects of defending against DUI charges is ensuring your rights are protected, including your right to a speedy trial. In Georgia, this right […]
Understanding Homeowner Gun Rights in Georgia: Defending Your Home and Property With a Firearm Under OCGA 16-3-23 and 16-3-24
As a Georgia gun lawyer with years of experience defending clients in self-defense and firearms-related cases, I’ve seen firsthand how complex these situations can be. Homeowners have the right to protect their homes, lives, and property, but the law draws clear lines on when and how force can be used. Today, I want to break […]
Exposing the Fraud: Raw Data from NHTSA’s HGN Robustness Study Reveals “Fake Science” in DUI Field Tests
As an experienced DUI lawyer in Alpharetta and throughout Georgia, I’ve spent years challenging the so-called “science” behind field sobriety tests in court. One of the most commonly used-and misused-tools in DUI arrests is the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN) test. Officers claim it can detect alcohol impairment with high accuracy, but a deep dive into […]
DUI Arrest of Sober College Football Player Highlights Flaws in Field Sobriety Tests
A recent incident covered by WSB TV in Rome, Georgia, has once again spotlighted the unreliability of field sobriety tests (FSTs) for detecting drug impairment, leaving an innocent young man facing life-altering consequences. As a seasoned Georgia DUI attorney specializing in drug-related cases, I’ve seen firsthand how these subjective tests can lead to wrongful arrests, […]
Georgia Court Clarifies Fog Line Rules in Traffic Stops: Key Takeaways from Chapman v. State (2023)
As a seasoned Coweta DUI lawyer with over 25 years of experience defending clients in traffic and criminal cases, I’ve seen countless motions to suppress evidence from questionable stops. The recent Georgia Court of Appeals decision in Chapman v. State (368 Ga. App. 682, 890 Se.E.2d 313, A23A0234, decided June 27, 2023) is a must-know […]
The Crisis of Forensic Independence: When Scientists Face Retaliation for Asking Uncomfortable Questions
As an experienced Atlanta DUI lawyer, I’ve spent years challenging forensic evidence in courtrooms across Georgia. From breathalyzer results to blood toxicology reports, the science behind DUI prosecutions often appears ironclad-until you dig deeper. But what happens when the scientists themselves question the system’s flaws? A recent editorial in Forensic Science International: Synergy by Aaron […]
Variables in Breath Tests: Understanding Machine and Human Factors in Georgia DUI Cases
As Atlanta DUI lawyers at George C. Creal, Jr., P.C., Trial Lawyers, we often see cases where breath test results are presented as ironclad evidence of intoxication. However, these results are estimates, not absolute truths, and are subject to numerous variables that can impact their accuracy. In this post, we’ll explore the key variables affecting […]