When stepping into a courtroom, every detail matters. Your appearance, including your attire, can speak volumes before you even utter a word. While legal experience is invaluable, the way you present yourself can also significantly influence how others perceive you....
Evidence is a feature in all criminal cases. If the prosecution lacks evidence, then a case may be dismissed before trial. When the prosecution believes that the evidence points to guilt beyond all reasonable doubt, then a trial will take place should the defendant...
If you’re the parent of a college student, you’ve no doubt heard very disturbing stories about the potential consequences of hazing. Often, alcohol and drugs are involved. While it’s most commonly associated with fraternity initiations, it also occurs on sports teams...
College is a time when young adults typically make mistakes as they learn about personal freedom and adulthood. Young adults attending college may drink alcohol and try drugs. They may date multiple people at once or try fitting into different social groups....
A drug conviction can have serious and long-lasting consequences for you and your family. While you might expect to face some consequences if you knew you were breaking the law, you certainly should not have to face the consequences if you did not break the law. Yet...
Bail allows individuals who have been accused of criminal wrongdoing to be released from the custody of the state while they are awaiting trial. Bail is a financial arrangement that aims to ensure that a defendant will return to court for future hearings or trial...
When charged with a drug offense in Georgia, a conviction can lead to severe penalties. However, there may be alternatives to jail time, depending on the specifics of the case and the offender’s history. Eligible offenders may also be considered for alternative...
Myths about drunk driving can raise the rates of drunk driving charges. Drunk driving can lead to incarceration, fees and a criminal record. People can avoid drunk driving charges by understanding some common misconceptions. Here is what you should know: Myth 1:...
Evidence is a pivotal aspect of all criminal cases. One of the most common forms of evidence is eyewitness testimony. Witnesses attend court and give their version of accounts. While witness testimony can be very valuable, it is also limited. The reality is that...
Getting pulled over for a traffic stop is never a good time – but it can quickly turn disastrous if a police officer starts looking around your vehicle and decides that they spot evidence that you’re in possession of drugs. While Georgia officers carry roadside drug...
