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 | 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 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...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Christopher T. Adams, P.C. | Jul 24, 2019 | Criminal Defense
If you are a fan of true crime shows or just someone who stays up-to-date on your national news, you are likely to see how the evolution of DNA testing has continued to change the way that crimes are solved, allowing detectives to close cold cases that they never...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Christopher T. Adams, P.C. | May 2, 2019 | Criminal Defense, Firm News
If a police officer stops you for speeding, an improper lane change, or running a stop sign, chances are they will issue you a traffic ticket and you will be on your way. However, in some cases, the officer may ask to search your vehicle. Under the Fourth Amendment of...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Christopher T. Adams, P.C. | Apr 26, 2019 | Criminal Defense, Firm News
Convicted felons do not always have the same rights they did before. Under the Constitution, as well as under Georgia law, anyone who has been convicted of a felony is prohibited from owning or possessing a firearm. If a convicted felon is caught with a firearm, they...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Christopher T. Adams, P.C. | Apr 18, 2019 | Criminal Defense, Firm News
Battery is a serious crime, particularly when the victim is a minor. A middle school teacher in Georgia has been charged with battery after she allegedly pulled a student out of class and into the hallway by grabbing her by the hair. According to the 14-year-old, the...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Christopher T. Adams, P.C. | Mar 28, 2019 | Criminal Defense, Firm News
Facing criminal charges in Georgia can be one of the most difficult things you ever have to experience. Regardless of what crime you are accused of committing, if you are convicted, you will likely have to face legal consequences, as well as long-term effects on your...
On behalf of The Law Firm of Christopher T. Adams, P.C. | Mar 7, 2019 | Criminal Defense, Firm News
If facing criminal charges of any kind, the accused have a few options available while going through the legal process. In many Georgia cases, prosecutors and criminal defense attorneys are able to work together to come up with a plea deal that benefits all parties...
