Temporary Driving Permit
If your driver’s license has been suspended due to a Georgia DUI charge, you may be eligible for a Temporary Driving Permit, also known as a Work Permit or Georgia Hardship License. This special permit allows you to drive under certain conditions while your regular license is suspended. Attorney Simon Peed can help you navigate […]
Field Sobriety Testing
Many Georgia DUI cases rely on the defendant’s performance on the Standardized Field Sobriety Test (SFST). Field sobriety tests are designed to measure a person’s level of intoxication by seeing how well they can focus on mental and physical tasks at the same time. There are three field tests that have been studied enough that […]
Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) Process
If you have been arrested for a DUI in Georgia involving substances other than alcohol, understanding the Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) process is critical. Simon Peed, a DUI attorney serving Georgia, has comprehensive knowledge of DRE protocols and how they are used in DUI cases. The DRE program allows law enforcement officers to justify DUI […]
Georgia DUI Penalties
The penalties for a DUI charge in Georgia are severe and can have lifelong repercussions. Understanding the potential consequences and acting quickly to protect your rights is crucial. The sooner you consult with Simon Peed, a Statesboro DUI attorney, the better your chances of securing evidence that could make a difference in your case. Under […]
The DRE Twelve Step Process
If you’re suspected of a DUI or DWI involving substances other than alcohol, a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) may subject you to a detailed twelve-step process. The DRE’s goal is to assess whether you are impaired and, if so, identify the type of drug causing the impairment. This process includes a variety of tests such […]
Out of State Licenses
If you’ve been stopped for a DUI in Georgia while holding an out-of-state license, understanding the implications for your driving privileges is essential. Simon Peed, a knowledgeable Statesboro DUI attorney, can help explain how a DUI charge in Georgia might impact your ability to drive, both in Georgia and your home state. When you’re stopped […]
How Breathalyzers Work
Understanding how breathalyzers function is crucial when facing a DUI charge in Georgia, as the results can significantly impact your case. Simon Peed, an experienced Statesboro DUI attorney, has comprehensive training in the complexities of DUI defense, including the intricacies of challenging breathalyzer results. Police in Georgia use two main types of breathalyzer devices to […]
Evidential Breath Testing Devices
In Georgia DUI investigations, officers may use two types of breath-testing machines. While the hand-held preliminary breath tester (PBT) is often requested at the scene, under Georgia law, you have the right to refuse this test. The results of the PBT are not admissible in court. However, the results from the Evidential Breath Testing Machine, […]
Medical Defenses to SFSTs
Nearly every Georgia DUI suspect is asked to undergo a series of assessments known as Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs). Developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in the 1970s, these three tests were designed to evaluate sobriety based on physical coordination and balance. However, the reliability of SFSTs has come under increasing […]
DUI Insurance Rates
A DUI conviction in Georgia can be an extremely costly mistake, with one of the most significant financial burdens being increased insurance rates. Statesboro DUI attorney Simon Peed understands these implications and is well-versed in helping clients navigate the consequences. Once convicted of a DUI or if your license is suspended due to a DUI […]