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What to do during a night of drinking Never feel pressured to drink alcohol, but if you drink, make sure you minimize the risks of running into a drunk driving situation, says DUI attorney Roland Castellanos. Use these tips to avoid being a drunk driver at any time: Have A Designated Driver – Always choose… Read More

The current legal blood alcohol limit in Georgia is .08% for adult drivers (persons ages 21 and over) who are NOT operating a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) It is never a good idea to drink and drive in Georgia or anywhere at any time of the year. However, now that Christmas and New Year’s Eve/Day… Read More

Tips to Defend Yourself from the Dangers of Drunk Drivers in Marietta and Anywhere in the State of Georgia Every day, 29 people in the United States die in motor vehicle crashes that involve an alcohol-impaired driver, according to the Center for Disease Control. One of the main effects of being drunk is that people’s… Read More

To all of my readers Although DUI defense makes up a considerable part of my law practice I would like to address the issue of drunken driving. One of the problems with the commission of the crime is that it mostly leaves the decision of whether or not the person is safe to drive up… Read More

Since a misdemeanor charge is considered less serious than a felony, many people facing such charges don’t take them seriously. If you do the same, you are making a mistake. Though you won’t find yourself in prison, you can still face fines and jail time if convicted. But most importantly, a charge as simple as… Read More

Ending a marriage can have a significant effect on your emotional, physical and financial health. Nevertheless, it can also allow you to put an end to mental, physical or other forms of abuse and put yourself back on the path to a happy and fulfilling life. Look attentively at what you need to know about… Read More

Questions & Answers from the Former State Judge 1. Why did you choose the legal practice of Criminal Defense? (instead of other legal practices just as immigration, etc.) Criminal defense is the best way to get into the courtroom. I love the experience and the challenge of representing my clients and advocating for them. When… Read More

Domestic violence has been a problem in societies the world over. It entails the actions committed by a household member against another, such as spousal abuse or child abuse. Domestic violence has been known to take many different forms. It can refer to behavior that is too controlling, threatening, physical harm or coercive. Since domestic… Read More

DUI PENALTIES IN COBB COUNTY, GA Being arrested for a crime, whether felony or misdemeanor, in the state of Georgia can be life changing, however being arrested for DUI can be especially so. If you incur a drunk driving charge, it could mean jail time, fines, a suspended license, and reinstatement fees and may have… Read More

March 2020 began COVID-19 shelter in place orders across the nation. Cases surged, and officials felt stay-at-home orders would keep people safer and slow the spread of disease. The nation experienced the first widespread school and work closures of our time. With academic, professional, and personal movement limited, advocates expressed great concern over the specific… Read More