Date Rape Drugs, Impairment, and DUI Arrests in Cobb County: Critical Information for Drivers
Date rape drugs such as gamma-hydroxybutyric acid (GHB) and ketamine pose serious risks far beyond their notoriety in sexual assault cases. These substances can profoundly impair judgment, coordination, and consciousness-making anyone under their influence a danger behind the wheel. In Cobb County and across Georgia, driving while impaired by these or any drugs can lead […]
Landmark Gwinnett County State Court Ruling Limits HGN Evidence in DUI Cases
State Court Excludes Key Expert Opinions Linking Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus to BAC or Impairment After Detailed Critique of NHTSA Validation Studies In a significant victory for DUI defense in Gwinnett County, the State Court of Gwinnett County has issued a thorough Daubert order restricting the use of Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN) testimony. On August 6, […]
ADA and NHTSA Field Sobriety Tests: Critical Analysis for Smyrna and Georgia Drivers with Disabilities
If you are in Smyrna, Georgia in Cobb County driving home from a Braves game after a few beers or the greater Atlanta area and have a physical disability, medical condition, or mobility limitation, a DUI stop can present unique challenges. Officers frequently rely on National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Standardized Field Sobriety Tests […]
Georgia Court of Appeals Affirms Vehicular Homicide and DUI Convictions: Key Lessons from Smith v. State
On July 14, 2026, the Georgia Court of Appeals (Second Division) issued its decision in Smith v. The State, A26A1099, affirming the convictions of Smith following a bench trial. The case involved a tragic multi-vehicle collision that resulted in two deaths and raises important issues for anyone facing DUI, reckless driving, or vehicular homicide charges […]
The 5th Amendment, Georgia’s Broader Constitutional Protection, and Your DUI Case: Words, Acts, and What Really Counts as “Testimony”
If you’ve been charged with DUI in Georgia, you know the police often ask you to do things – walk a straight line, stand on one leg, blow into a breathalyzer, or submit to a blood draw. Many drivers assume these requests only implicate the federal 5th Amendment right against self-incrimination. But the reality is […]
How ADHD Can Lead to False Positives on NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Tests in Georgia DUI Cases
If you have ADHD and were arrested for DUI in Cobb County or Metro Atlanta after performing poorly on field sobriety tests, you are not alone. Many people with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder are stopped, asked to perform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs), and arrested – even when they are […]
Forensic Standards for Blood Draws in Georgia DUI Cases: What Every Driver Needs to Know
If you’ve been arrested for DUI in Georgia and a blood test was taken, you might assume the results are ironclad scientific evidence. In reality, blood alcohol testing is only as reliable as the procedures used to collect, label, seal, and track the sample. Strict forensic standards exist for a reason – to protect the […]
The Kane Study: Why DRE Evidence in Georgia DUI Cases May Not Be as Reliable as Prosecutors Claim
If you’ve been arrested for DUI in Cobb County or anywhere in Georgia and a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) evaluated you, you may have been told that the officer’s opinion is scientifically validated. But a 2013 critical review of the foundational studies supporting the DRE protocol raises serious questions about its reliability in court. What […]
Waymo Trouble Means Waymo Arrest: Robotaxi Calls Police on Teens Drinking Alcohol – What Atlanta Parents Need to Know About Georgia Underage Drinking Laws
In early July 2026 (reports surfaced around July 8-10), a Waymo robotaxi (Google’s self-driving car service) in San Mateo, California, remotely stopped itself and called police on two 15-year-old passengers. What Happened The two teens were allegedly on a joyride in the driverless vehicle. They were drinking alcohol and firing a toy gun (an Orbeez/water-bead-style […]