Georgia DUI Evidence

If you have ever gotten a ticket for speeding or other traffic offense in Georgia, then you know how scary it is to be pulled over by a state trooper or other member of law enforcement. As intimidating as it can be, a routine traffic stop is nothing compared to the ordeal you will face if you are suspected of driving under the influence (DUI)—especially when you consider all the different types of Georgia DUI evidence that can be used against you.

The first thing you should be aware of is that, by law, a police officer cannot pull you over unless he or she has probable cause to stop your vehicle. In layman’s terms, this means you must do something that warrants further investigation by law enforcement, such as speeding or running a red light. Therefore, if you are following the traffic laws in the area, an officer should not stop you—and keep in mind that driving late at night or in a certain area are not justified reasons for being pulled over.

What’s more, even if the officer has a reason to stop you, a new probable cause requirement must be met before he or she can ask you to take a field sobriety test. Consisting of one or more seemingly simple exercises, such as balancing on one foot or walking an invisible line, these tests are designed to help the officer determine whether there is sufficient cause to suspect a driver is under the influence of alcohol.

Although officers are trained to look for the classic signs of alcohol impairment—such as swaying, slurred speech, and lack of coordination and/or balance—your field sobriety test results are highly subjective. As a result, your performance alone is not enough to warrant an arrest for DUI. Rather, your results will be used to show that the officer had probable cause to request chemical testing.

In most cases, an officer will perform a breathalyzer in order to determine a driver’s blood alcohol content (BAC). However, in certain situations, a blood and/or urine analysis may be used instead. If a chemical test indicates you have an illegal BAC, you can expect to be arrested and charged with drinking and driving.

Despite all the evidence that may be used to prove a driver is guilty of DUI, many of those arrested are able to successfully challenge their arrest and reduce or eliminate the charges against them. As a result, it is important to have legal representation when your day in court arrives.

As one of the most successful DUI attorneys in the state, Greg Willis has the knowledge and skill to take on the prosecution and help you avoid a life-altering drunk driving conviction. For a free consultation on your case, contact Mr. Willis immediately after your arrest. Should you choose to retain Mr. Willis as your attorney, he will even help you appeal your administrative license suspension for no additional cost—just one flat fee covers both legal proceedings.

To learn more about your defense options, contact attorney Greg Willis today—and don’t forget to check out his online reviews on sites like Kudzu and AVVO to see how his firm has helped other Georgia drivers like you.

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