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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.

06/19/2026

Georgia drug trafficking laws carry mandatory minimum sentences that can dramatically raise the stakes in a criminal case. Many people are surprised to learn that quantity alone can trigger trafficking allegations, even without proof of large-scale distribution activity.

Once prosecutors add a trafficking charge, plea negotiations often become far more aggressive. Defendants may suddenly face years in prison, steep fines, and additional charges tied to fi****ms or protected zones near schools and parks.

These cases require a close review of the traffic stop, search, seizure, lab testing, and charging decisions. Small details can have major consequences.
Every criminal case deserves a careful analysis of the evidence and the procedures law enforcement used during the investigation.

Gregory Bushway of Bushway Law Firm defends clients across middle Georgia against serious drug allegations and other criminal charges. Call now (478) 316-2619.

06/15/2026

Many people think plea negotiations are the most important part of a criminal case. In reality, some of the biggest battles happen before plea talks even begin.

Pretrial motions can completely reshape a Georgia criminal case. A motion to suppress may block evidence gathered through an unlawful search or traffic stop. Other motions can challenge witness identifications, statements, or flaws in the indictment itself.

When evidence gets excluded, the prosecution’s leverage changes. Charges may weaken, plea offers may improve, or the case could even be dismissed altogether.
This is why experienced defense attorneys spend time attacking the prosecution’s case early instead of waiting to negotiate from a weak position.

If you’re facing charges in middle Georgia, Gregory Bushway of Bushway Law Firm can review whether pretrial motions may help strengthen your defense.

Call: (478) 316-2619.

06/08/2026

Most criminal cases in Georgia never make it to trial. One major reason is something defense attorneys call the “trial penalty.”

This happens when the sentence offered in a plea deal is far lower than the sentence a defendant could receive after losing at trial. For many people, the pressure becomes overwhelming.

A defendant may have valid defenses, but still feel forced to plead guilty to avoid the risk of a much harsher sentence. Cases involving mandatory minimums, repeat offender allegations, or stacked charges often create the highest pressure.

That decision should never be made out of fear alone. A defense lawyer should carefully examine the evidence, the judge, the prosecution’s position, and the realistic trial exposure before advising a client.

Gregory Bushway of Bushway Law Firm helps clients in middle Georgia understand what they’re truly facing before making life-changing decisions.

(478) 316-2619

06/05/2026

Georgia prosecutors can file several charges from one incident, especially in drug cases. A possession arrest can quickly turn into trafficking, intent to distribute, firearm, and school zone charges all at once.

That practice, often called charge stacking, can place enormous pressure on defendants to accept plea deals because mandatory minimum sentences may suddenly enter the picture.

In Georgia, trafficking charges alone can carry years in prison and massive fines, depending on weight thresholds. When those counts are combined with enhancements, the consequences grow quickly.

A strong defense often starts with challenging how those charges were built in the first place. Suppression motions, merger arguments, and close review of the evidence can change the direction of a case.

If you’re facing drug charges in middle Georgia, speak with Gregory Bushway of Bushway Law Firm about your options. (478) 316-2619

06/01/2026

A second DUI charge in Georgia comes with a different set of rules than a first offense, and the gap between them is significant.

Georgia counts DUI convictions within a 10-year look-back period.

If your first DUI was within the past decade, your current charge is treated as a second offense.

That means:

A mandatory minimum of 72 hours in jail

Fines starting at $600 before court costs

A minimum of 240 hours of community service

An 18-month license suspension

A required ignition interlock device after reinstatement

Georgia law also requires your name and photo to be published as a convicted DUI offender in the local legal organ newspaper.

Despite the higher stakes, second DUI cases are still defensible. The legality of the traffic stop, whether testing equipment was properly calibrated, and whether field sobriety tests were conducted according to standardized procedures are all worth examining closely.

There's also the question of whether a prior conviction was properly obtained, which can affect whether the current charge actually qualifies as a second offense.

If you've been charged with a second DUI in Macon County, early legal representation makes a real difference.

Contact our office to schedule a consultation. (478) 316-2745

05/31/2026

A DUI charge in Georgia isn’t something you can afford to sit on. Most people don't realize there's a 30-day window from the date of arrest to request a hearing with the Georgia Department of Driver Services.

If you miss it, your license suspension becomes automatic, regardless of how your criminal case turns out.

Georgia prosecutes DUI aggressively, and even a first offense can mean fines, mandatory treatment programs, community service, and potential jail time. Second and third offenses carry considerably harsher consequences.

What a lot of people don't know is how much room there often is to challenge a DUI charge.

The legality of the traffic stop, how field sobriety tests were conducted, whether the breathalyzer was properly calibrated, and how blood or breath samples were handled are all areas a defense attorney will look at carefully.

If you or someone you know has been charged with a DUI in Macon County, the best thing you can do is talk to a criminal defense lawyer before your first court date.

Reach out to our office to schedule a consultation with Gregory Bushway. (478) 316-2693

05/25/2026

A conviction for a s*xual offense in Georgia carries consequences that extend well beyond the sentence itself. Georgia's s*x offender registry requirements are among the most detailed in the country, and registration touches nearly every part of daily life.

Where you can live, where you can work, and where you can travel are all subject to restrictions.

Registration is public and remains accessible indefinitely for most offenses. Failure to comply with registration requirements is a separate felony charge. For those convicted of offenses involving children, residency restrictions make finding housing extremely difficult.

These are permanent, life-altering consequences, which is why a s*xual assault charge requires serious legal representation from the very beginning.

If you've been charged with a s*xual offense in Macon County, reach out to our office to discuss your situation.

(478) 316-2745

05/22/2026

Sexual assault investigations in Georgia often begin well before any charges are filed, and by the time an arrest is made, prosecutors may already have physical evidence, digital records, and detailed witness statements in hand.

These cases are handled by experienced prosecutors who treat them as a priority. An investigation can involve forensic examinations, phone and social media records, surveillance footage, and multiple rounds of interviews with the alleged victim.

Getting a defense attorney involved as early as possible, before charges are even formally filed in some cases, gives your legal team the most time to examine how the investigation was conducted and identify any issues with the evidence or procedure.

If you're aware you're under investigation for a s*xual offense in Macon County, or if you've already been charged, don't wait to seek legal representation.

Call our office to schedule a confidential consultation. (478) 316-2745

05/20/2026

A protective order issued after a domestic violence arrest in Georgia can take effect within hours and change your daily life significantly.

Depending on the terms, you may be restricted from contacting the other party, required to leave a shared home, or limited in your access to your children while your case is pending.

Violating a protective order, even unintentionally, creates a separate criminal charge on top of the underlying family violence case. That makes it worth understanding exactly what the order says and having legal guidance on how to comply while your defense is being built.

Family violence charges in Georgia also carry long-term consequences beyond any criminal sentence, including mandatory counseling programs and a federal prohibition on firearm possession for anyone convicted.

Early legal representation gives you the best chance at protecting your rights through the entire process.

Reach out to our office if you've been charged with a family violence offense in Macon County.

(478) 316-2745

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Macon, GA
31210

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