Most people hope to never require the services of a criminal defense attorney. They do their best to abide by federal laws and all Georgia state statutes. Even those who occasionally break the law may not anticipate getting arrested, as most law enforcement efforts...
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DUI penalties in Georgia
Drunk driving is a serious offense in Georgia, carrying stringent penalties aimed at deterring impaired driving and ensuring public safety. The state enforces strict laws against driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs, with penalties increasing in...
What should Georgia drivers do – and not do – when pulled over for a DUI?
The average person naturally feels nervous during a Georgia traffic stop. When an officer pulls someone over on suspicion of drunk driving, tensions may rise even higher. Instead of facing a traffic ticket, those arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) offenses...
Why drug cases are so serious in Georgia
For decades, drug possession has been a crime. Both federal laws in Georgia state statutes allow for the arrest and prosecution of those who possess certain drugs or play a role in their production or distribution. Yet, social attitudes toward drug use and drug...
Demonstrating or attacking the validity of a blood alcohol content level
People who are facing drunk driving charges often want to explore their options for developing a defense strategy. While some might have to focus on things like proving a blood alcohol concentration level wasn’t valid, others may be able to focus more on procedural...
The penalties Georgia imposes for drug trafficking convictions
Georgia state law largely reflects federal law when it comes to control and prohibited substances. The same substances are against the law, and possession of any of them could lead to criminal prosecution. If police officers catch someone in possession of a prohibited...
What is the BAC limit for motorists in Georgia?
Some people get arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) offenses in Georgia because they have had so much to drink that their impairment is obvious to anyone who crosses paths with them on the street. They swerve, they stop without reason or they cause a crash....
When does simple possession become possession with intent?
It is against the law in Georgia to possess substances prohibited by law, such as heroin and methamphetamine. It is also illegal to possess controlled substances, like prescription narcotics, without a recommendation from a physician. Those accused of violating state...
3 reasons why DUI charges are particularly serious during college
Young adults, including those enrolled in college, often don't think very carefully about the potential future consequences of their actions. To some degree, a failure to consider future consequences is a byproduct of a young adult's neurology. The part of the brain...
What are the typical penalties for drug offenses in Georgia?
It is against the law to possess, cultivate, manufacture or distribute numerous substances in Georgia. There are some substances that are so dangerous that medical professionals and state authorities do not recognize any medical use for them. These substances are...