The federal government has included marijuana on its Schedule I list of drugs for decades. The Schedule I designation for marijuana means that the government does not recognize any medical use for marijuana and that it is a substance that poses a high risk of abuse....
As a parent, you want to keep your teenager safe and out of harm’s way. However, an unfortunate reality is that many teenagers make poor choices regarding drinking and driving. If your teenage child has been arrested for drunk driving, you may have questions about...
If you are like most Georgians, you’re likely hoping to dodge any stray hurricane winds from neighboring states and enjoy the upcoming Labor Day weekend. There certainly is nothing wrong with pulling out all the stops for an end-of-summer bash, but it’s important to...
The penalties assessed for a Georgia driving under the influence (DUI) charge that results in a conviction range from frustrating and inconvenient to life-altering. Incarceration can obviously cost someone their career and potentially also traumatize them. Large fines...
Many people who get arrested on drug charges assume that they are going to have to go to jail and pay fines if they’re convicted. They understand that this can have a major impact on their future. They may be worried that having a drug charge on their record is going...
Driving under the influence (DUI) charges are some of the most serious traffic violations prosecuted by the state of Georgia. Police officers are always on the lookout for signs of drunk drivers, and they will arrest anyone who seems impaired at the wheel or who fails...
In Georgia, possessing heroin is a serious offense that can result in severe legal consequences. Understanding these consequences is essential for individuals who want to stay informed about the state’s drug laws and the potential penalties they may face if they’re...
Although law enforcement officers are duty-bound to protect the public, they are individual human beings with their own fears, biases and limitations. As a result, it is certainly not unheard of for law enforcement agents to make mistakes when pulling over motorists...
The police may have reasonable suspicion to pull over a vehicle. They can do this if they believe that a driver has committed, is committing or will commit a crime. For example, the police may stop someone if they see a driver run a red light or drive down a one-way...
Parents of minors in Georgia, regardless of whether they have married or not, will have to figure out a way to navigate child custody challenges when they divorce or separate. Some people, often those who serve as the primary caregiver for the children in the...
