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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.

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.

08/28/2026

A criminal case may involve court appearances, bond conditions, reporting requirements, classes, or other deadlines. Missing one can create consequences even when the mistake was unintentional.

Put every date in at least two places. Keep the original paperwork. Make sure your attorney has current contact information, and speak up early if an unavoidable conflict appears. Do not assume a hearing has moved or a requirement has changed unless that is confirmed through a reliable source.

Organization may not feel like part of a defense, but it protects your ability to respond and keeps avoidable problems from piling onto the case.

08/24/2026

Posts, photos, direct messages, and location data may become part of an investigation. After an arrest or allegation, the impulse to explain everything online, delete embarrassing material, or coordinate stories with other people can create additional complications.

Do not post about the facts of the case. Do not pressure witnesses or ask others to change what they said. Do not start deleting messages or clearing accounts. Preserve communications and bring questions about them to your attorney.

Staying quiet online is not an admission. It is a practical way to avoid creating a public record before the evidence has been reviewed.

08/21/2026

Late-summer weekends at Lake Tobesofkee can feel far removed from traffic and courtrooms. But operating a boat while impaired can still lead to an arrest and serious legal consequences.

Sun, heat, and a long day on the water can make it harder to judge how alcohol is affecting someone. The safest plan is a designated operator who stays sober for the entire outing, not simply the person who feels least impaired when it is time to head in.

Keep life jackets and required safety gear accessible, and respond calmly if law enforcement conducts a stop on the water.

08/19/2026

A DUI investigation can involve more than obvious drunkenness. Alcohol, prescription medication, cannabis, or a combination of substances may affect reaction time, judgment, and coordination. A lawful prescription does not make impaired driving safe.

Before an August cookout, concert, or night out, decide how you will get home before the first drink or dose that could impair you. Coffee, food, and a cold shower are not dependable shortcuts to sober driving.

If a stop happens, stay calm and avoid trying to talk your way out of it. The details of the driving, the stop, and any testing matter.

08/17/2026

Officers may sometimes have legal grounds to search without permission. In other situations, they may ask for consent. If you are asked, you can calmly say, "I do not consent to a search."

That does not mean physically interfering, arguing, or refusing lawful instructions. Keep your hands visible, stay composed, and ask whether you are free to leave. If the answer is no, do not force the issue on the roadside.

Whether a search was lawful depends on the specific facts. Make a note of what was said and what happened as soon as you safely can.

08/14/2026

As colleges around Middle Georgia return for the fall, new freedom can meet fast decisions. Allegations involving underage alcohol possession, a false ID, trespass, or disorderly conduct may bring both a court case and consequences at school.

If police arrive, do not run, give false information, or turn the encounter into an argument. Stay calm, follow lawful commands, and avoid posting your version of events online while the facts are still being sorted out.

Students and parents should keep every citation, release paper, and school notice.
Deadlines matter, and the campus process may be separate from the criminal case.

08/12/2026

Macon's morning routes get crowded quickly. People run late, school zones get busy, and a routine traffic stop can become more stressful if frustration takes over.

If you're pulled over, signal, stop safely, keep your hands visible, and follow clear instructions. You do not have to debate the situation on the shoulder. Listen, avoid sudden movements, and save detailed questions for a calmer setting.

A ticket or arrest is not a conviction, and the roadside is rarely the place to prove your case. A steady response protects everyone's safety and gives you a cleaner record of what happened.

07/31/2026

A summer night can change direction quickly after a traffic stop.

Around Macon, July often means later evenings, road trips, gatherings, and busier weekend traffic. If a stop turns into a DUI or traffic-related investigation, the details can matter: why the stop happened, what the officer observed, what was said, and how any testing was handled.

You do not have to argue on the roadside to protect yourself. Stay calm, be respectful, avoid guessing or over-explaining, and pay attention to what happens. Afterward, write down what you remember while it is still fresh.

Criminal defense is often built from details. If you are charged, speak with a defense lawyer before assuming you know how the case will unfold.

General information only, not legal advice.

07/29/2026

July gets busy fast. Probation deadlines do not move just because life does.

Work schedules, summer travel, family plans, and holiday-weekend disruptions can all make it easier to miss a check-in, forget a condition, or put off a required payment. But when someone is on probation, even a small misstep can create a bigger legal problem.

A missed appointment, failed test, unpaid fee, new arrest, or travel without permission may be treated as a possible probation violation. The worst move is usually silence. If something goes wrong, document what happened, respond to notices, and get legal guidance before the issue grows.

Bushway Law helps people in Middle Georgia understand what they are facing and what steps may be available after an alleged probation violation.

General information only, not legal advice.

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Macon, GA
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