On behalf of The Law Firm of Christopher T. Adams, P.C. | Oct 24, 2019 | Drunk Driving
Georgia is known for dealing with driving under the influence through tough approaches to lawmaking and enforcement. Certain factors can turn a DUI arrest from a serious but temporary headache into a life-changing event and a major turning point leading in the wrong...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Christopher T. Adams, P.C. | Oct 21, 2019 | Criminal Defense
While most police officers may be honest and upstanding, there is a minority that do not follow the law. They may be guilty of misconduct, or even caught lying on the job. They may have committed perjury or simply tried to pad their overtime. When an officer has been...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Christopher T. Adams, P.C. | Oct 16, 2019 | Drug Charges
While street drugs maintain a bad reputation, we’ve reached a point where prescription medication is perhaps stronger and addictive as its legal counterpart. After a surgical procedure, it is not uncommon for individuals to fall into a devastating cycle of...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Christopher T. Adams, P.C. | Oct 16, 2019 | Divorce
Divorce is an emotionally taxing procedure. To add to the stress of it all, it’s also costly. When making the decision to divorce, it’s a good idea to map out a financial plan for yourself. Although it can be a daunting task, doing so can protect your financial needs...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Christopher T. Adams, P.C. | Oct 16, 2019 | Drunk Driving
It is not uncommon for younger drivers to believe they have attained the experience necessary to perform well behind the wheel under any circumstance. From challenging weather to distracted drivers, we find that younger drivers face a greater risk than their more...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Christopher T. Adams, P.C. | Oct 16, 2019 | Criminal Defense
A conviction carries with it severe criminal consequences, including jail time, fines, community service or loss of driving privileges. However, individuals might quickly learn that having a criminal record brings additional challenges even after incarceration or...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Christopher T. Adams, P.C. | Oct 15, 2019 | Criminal Defense
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is illegal in every state. However, states have different penalties for first-time DUI offenses. Most people don’t want to receive a DUI because of the long-term impacts it can have on their driving freedoms,...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Christopher T. Adams, P.C. | Oct 15, 2019 | Drunk Driving
It is the duty of all police officers to protect and serve. If one notices you driving erratically, he or she may pull you over on suspicion of driving under the influence. In order to determine this, however, the police have a limited number of options. One of the...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Christopher T. Adams, P.C. | Oct 11, 2019 | Drunk Driving
There is no shortage of online overviews addressing the consequences of a drunk driving arrest and conviction in Georgia. Although they might differ a bit in the details, those summaries unanimously concur on one central point. That is this: Georgia criminal penalties...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Christopher T. Adams, P.C. | Oct 11, 2019 | Criminal Defense
Desperate times can sometimes call for drastic measures. When an individual feels threatened by someone else, they may resort to physical force to protect themselves or others against impending danger. These circumstances can put those participating in self-defense in...
