Law Offices of Harold J. Cronk

   By:  Joe Cronk   Any vehicle stop has the potential to become a DUI investigation, even if you’re not guilty!  It’s important that you know your rights.  Georgia Law does not state that driving with any alcohol in your system is illegal, only that the State must prove you are an impaired driver because of alcohol, or that your per se blood alcohol concentration is .08 or higher.  In order to determine your blood alcohol concentration, the State will need either a breath test, or a blood test. You have a Constitutional Right to deny all testing.  You read that correctly.  You have a total right to deny any and all field sobriety tests, and any breath or alcohol tests.  There is the possibility of a one year license suspension for refusing a blood or breath test, but this suspension is NOT absolute. Blood and breath tests are not always accurate.  Remember your rights when you are stopped for DUI. If you are notsure you should be driving, use this test first http://www.alcoholhelpcent

   By:  Joe Cronk,  Published:  March 25, 2020 Federal drug crimes in Georgia can range from drug possession to drug trafficking, drug distribution, intent to distribute, and possession of controlled substances. These drug crimes are considered a serious offense in the state of Georgia, and they result in severe penalties. If you have been arrested and charged with a federal drug crime in Savannah, Georgia, contact an attorney immediately. What Determines the Degree of Your Punishment for a Federal Drug Crime? In 2018, the FBI estimated that there were 1,654,282 arrests for drug law violations in the United States. Of these, 86.4% (1,429,300) were for possession of a controlled substance. In general, federal criminal charges are more complex and carry harsher penalties than misdemeanor charges. However, the degree of your punishment will be determined by a variety of elements, such as: Your criminal history The quantity of the drug in your possession Schedule classification of the drug

   By:  Joe Cronk    Published:  June 26, 2020 In the state of Georgia, operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs is considered a serious crime. Individuals who are convicted of DUI face strict penalties and consequences that have lasting effects on their future. The severity of the penalty will depend on several factors including the number of previous impaired driving offenses. Our team of experienced criminal defense attorneys at the  Law Offices of Harold J. Cronk , PC, has successfully challenged drivers’ license suspensions in drunk driving cases and have helped clients reinstate their driving privileges. We are always available to provide comprehensive answers to your questions about DUI penalties in Georgia. The Law Offices of Harold J. Cronk, PC proudly serve clients in Savannah, Georgia, and the surrounding communities of Chatham County, Pooler, Tybee Island, Thunderbolt, Garden City, and Port Wentworth. DUI Penalties in Georgia In 2018, the stat