Many drug possession cases arise out of traffic stops. Police pull over a driver for speeding, running a stop sign, or perhaps something as simple as a malfunctioning tail light. The officers then use the opportunity to search the driver's person and vehicle for...
Drug Charges
Georgia traffic stop leads to drug arrest
If a law enforcement officer has a reasonable belief that a driver has committed a crime of any sort, they are legally allowed to stop the driver's vehicle. Because of this, many routine traffic stops often lead to drivers being arrested on drug charges. A 28-year-old...
Pre-trial diversion for first-time offenders in Georgia
Georgia has created a Pretrial Diversion Program in an attempt to keep first-time drug offenders out of jail. The program is only offered to first-time offenders whose crime was non-violent, non-aggressive and did not result in injury to a victim. In addition to drug...
Drug possession, intent to distribute are two different charges
Every person has their faults. For some, drug use may be a part of their lifestyle. While there are many reasons one may want to avoid drugs, the law may be one of the biggest reasons. There are laws, both state and federal, that mandate how drug charges like drug...
Ways to be charged with possession of drug paraphernalia
For many people, drug use is an occasional occurrence, not part of a person's regular routine. However, the law specifies that any amount of illicit drug use can be punishable by law. There are many different types of drug charges that one may be facing in connection...
Can you be charged with DUI while using legal prescription drugs?
Prescription drugs are common and many Gwinnett area residents are prescribed any number of legal drugs for a variety of ailments and conditions. However, drugs can have side-effects. This includes prescription drugs that are legally prescribed by a doctor or other...
The serious nature of drug trafficking charges in Georgia
Drug trafficking charges are serious criminal charges that can carry harsh potential penalties and consequences for those accused of them. Drug trafficking and drug distribution charges are felony charges and felony charges are generally the most serious criminal...
Large Gwinnett county bust leads to two arrests, drug charges
Law enforcement's focus on drugs and drug-related crimes has really increased in recent years. There are many reasons behind this and public safety is always a concern. For two men, a large drug bust was made in connection with their traffic stop in Gwinnett county....
Georgia driver faces multiple charges after fleeing police
When we are in trouble, we often seek to avoid the situation, hoping to prevent consequences from occurring. However, evading the situation could result in more penalties. When authorities believe that a motorist has violated the law, law enforcement will likely pull...
Marijuana laws in Georgia
As a previous post highlighted, many people considered charges related to marijuana are minor when compared to other drug charges. However, this is not the case in Georgia and other states. While the laws surrounding marijuana differ from state to state, marijuana...