Legal Question in DUI Law in Georgia

if you're in a wreck and someone is killed, does dui only pertain to drinking, or to taking other drugs. If so, which drugs. Is cold medicene included?


Asked on 11/22/11, 3:16 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Scott Riddle Law Office of Scott B. Riddle, LLC

Alcohol or drugs - whatever can impair the driver. Obviously, the driver needs a lawyer immediately since the person at fault is likely to be charged with a very serious felony.

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Answered on 11/22/11, 3:27 pm
Glen Ashman Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney

The use of any drug - legal or illegal - that impairs a driver can be the basis for DUI. Many cold medicines contain ingredients that can cause drowsiness and actually have warnings on the box.

In the event of a person causing a fatality in an accident, that person immediately should hire a good criminal lawyer. Even without DUI, vehicular homicide can mean jail. Add drugs or alcohol and a lengthy time in prison is possible.

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Answered on 11/22/11, 4:52 pm


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