Few things are more stressful than seeing flashing lights in your rear-view mirror after a night of drinking alcohol. Indeed, not only can driving under the influence of alcohol land you in a jail cell, but it also can cause you to lose your driver's license. Luckily,...
Being accused of committing a drug crime can disrupt life as you know it. Mere charges can significantly damage your reputation, and a conviction can lead to jail or prison time, fines, and a criminal record that can cause loss of employment and trouble securing...
Georgia’s theft laws classify taking packages from someone's porch or doorstep as a felony. As reported by 11Alive.com, the Peach State also gives judges the discretion to decide when package theft offenses may classify as a misdemeanor instead. If prosecutors allege...
Anticipating your release from prison can bring feelings of excitement and anticipation. You might also feel anxious and uncertain about acclimating to life as a free person again. It will take time for you to adjust, but your ability to keep a realistic perspective...
Recently, a group of law enforcement agencies announced they had arrested two people and seized a large amount of illegal drugs in what they said was one of the largest drug busts of its kind ever in Georgia's White County. According to the law enforcement agencies,...
The term “road rage” is common parlance, but having a clear definition of what it is can help you navigate Georgia’s roads safer. Road rage itself is also common: nearly 80% of drivers reported experiencing road rage at some point during the last year. Recognizing...
If you committed a crime in Georgia, your path to recompence may not have to entail hefty fines and jail time. Moreover, you may be able to avoid receiving a conviction on your record thanks to the state’s pre-trial diversion program. Georgia’s pre-trial diversion...
Being arrested for driving under the influence in Georgia can cause myriad problems in a person’s life. Not only are they facing the possibility that they will be incarcerated, fined and lose their driving privileges, but it is impactful in more subtle ways. It stokes...
When a Georgia traffic stop ends up leading to a charge of driving under the influence, you may face a wide variety of serious consequences if that criminal charge results in a conviction. The penalties for even a first-time DUI in Georgia are harsh and include hefty...
Facing an arrest can be a frightening experience. When it involves domestic violence, there’s always a great deal of emotion included, as well. Incidents of domestic violence, or accusations of them, usually spring from the home or other secluded space, meaning what...
