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Bushway Law Firm opened its doors in October 2013 with the goal of providing exceptional legal services to the residents of Middle Georgia.

Attorney Gregory Bushway has over 30 years of legal experience and is an aggressive, polished trial lawyer.

10/12/2026

Game day in Georgia should end with everyone getting home safely.

Alcohol is not the only substance that can lead to a DUI allegation. Prescription medication or other drugs can also affect driving. Under Georgia's implied consent rules, refusing a state-administered chemical test after a DUI arrest can carry separate license consequences.

Before kickoff, decide who is driving, arrange a ride, and hand over the keys. The best defense to a game-day DUI is a plan made before the first drink.

09/30/2026

A misdemeanor may sound “minor.” Its effect on daily life may not be.

Depending on the charge and the person’s history, a case can involve court appearances, fines, probation, driving consequences, or questions from an employer or licensing board. The label alone does not tell you what the evidence shows, what defenses may apply, or how a resolution could affect the future.

Before paying a citation, entering a plea, or assuming the case will simply disappear, understand what that choice means for your situation.

Small word. Real stakes. Get the facts before deciding what comes next.

09/28/2026

A criminal case is not frozen the day charges are filed.

Before trial, the defense may examine how evidence was obtained, request discovery, test the reliability of statements, review video and lab records, and ask the court to decide what evidence may be used. Pretrial motions can narrow the issues and change how both sides evaluate the case, although every outcome depends on the facts and the law.

That work is detailed, often quiet, and easy to overlook. It is also one reason early preparation matters.

Learn more about Bushway Law’s criminal defense work at bushwaylawfirm.com.

09/25/2026

“But they contacted me first” may not protect you from violating a no-contact condition.

If a bond condition or court order says no contact, treat it literally. A reply, a message through a friend, a reaction on social media, or showing up at a familiar place may create a new issue, even when the other person initiates the conversation.

Do not rely on an apology, an invitation, or an informal agreement. Follow the written terms unless and until the court changes them. If the language is unclear or daily life makes compliance complicated, ask your lawyer how to address it properly.

Court orders change through court, not through text messages.

09/21/2026

Deleting a post does not guarantee it disappears.

Screenshots, shared messages, account records, cloud backups, and data from another person’s device may preserve what was posted. In a criminal case, a caption, photo, location tag, or direct message can be interpreted far beyond the moment it was created.

If an investigation is underway, resist the urge to clean up accounts or coordinate stories. Preserve the material and get legal guidance before making changes or public statements. Context matters, but context is harder to establish after information has been altered.

Online feels temporary. Evidence often is not.

09/18/2026

After an arrest, the urge to explain everything can be strong. That is exactly when slowing down matters most.

Do not post your version of events on social media. Do not ask friends to contact witnesses. Do not delete messages, photos, or location data. Keep every court notice, write down deadlines, and follow all release or bond conditions as written.

You can ask to speak with a lawyer before answering investigative questions. A defense begins with the facts, and those facts are easier to assess when evidence has been preserved and conversations have not created new problems.

The next smart step is often a quiet one.

09/14/2026

“I don’t consent to a search” is a boundary, not an invitation to argue on the roadside.

During a traffic stop, stay calm, keep your hands visible, and follow lawful instructions. You may clearly state that you do not consent to a search. Do not physically interfere. Whether officers had another lawful basis to search is a legal question that can be reviewed later.

Small details matter: why the vehicle was stopped, how long the stop lasted, what was said, and where any item was found. Those facts can shape how evidence is treated.

Be respectful in the moment. Let the legal challenge happen in the right place.

09/11/2026

School is back in rhythm, and that means one bright red reminder on Macon-area roads: a stopped school bus is not something to squeeze past.

In Georgia, drivers generally must stop when a school bus is loading or unloading with its warning lights activated. On a divided highway with a median, traffic traveling on the opposite side is treated differently, but a center turn lane is not the same as a median.

The safest habit is simple: slow down early, watch the lights, and remain stopped until the bus moves or the signals are off and children have cleared the road.

When the stop arm is out, patience is the right move.

09/09/2026

The best game-day decision may happen before kickoff: decide how you are getting home.

September football weekends bring fuller roads, longer evenings, and more attention to impaired driving. A DUI arrest, however, is not the same thing as a conviction. The reason for the stop, what the officer observed, how any testing was handled, and what video shows can all matter.

If you plan to drink, line up a sober driver or ride before the first quarter. If you are charged, avoid debating the case online and get advice based on the actual facts.

08/31/2026

Georgia criminal history information may remain visible after a dismissal, acquittal, or other resolution. Record restriction may be available in some situations, but eligibility depends on how the case ended and other details. It is not automatic in every case, and restriction is not the same as erasing every record everywhere.

A practical first step is to obtain a copy of your criminal history and check whether the case disposition is complete and accurate. Then ask a qualified Georgia attorney to review what options may apply to your circumstances.

General information about Bushway Law is available at bushwaylawfirm.com.

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923 Washington Avenue
Macon, GA
31210

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