Being placed on probation can be significant for any accused individual. For that reason, they should understand the terms of probation, the consequences if probation requirements and conditions are violated and what they can do if they are facing a probation...
This past Memorial Day weekend many people in Georgia and from out-of-state took a road trip, some for the first time in more than a year. But for some, the holiday fun was cut short when they received traffic ticket for violating Georgia’s “super speeder law.” What...
Getting pulled over by the police is almost always a nerve-racking experience, even if you are just being stopped for a routine traffic violation. However, if the officer makes it clear that he or she suspects you of driving under the influence, the experience may...
Receiving a citation for driving under the influence in Georgia can be an expensive scenario. What's more, it's not necessary for the accused to have consumed alcohol for a citation to be valid. Police officers are trained in detecting the odor and effects of using...
Easter weekend is a time of family togetherness and religious services for those of multiple faiths. Even for non-religious families, it is still normally a weekend of family togetherness. After all this time of year is all about family togetherness and spending time...
As parents of Lawrenceville area teens know, their children do not always make the best decisions. In fact, it may seem like their kids are constantly testing their patience and getting themselves into questionable situations. Luckily most of the time the mistakes...
When a judge gives you probation in Georgia, he or she will assign a supervisor to watch you during this time period. The level of supervision depends on the type of crime that you committed and how likely you are to re-offend. If your supervisor believes that you've...
There are thousands of people under probation supervision in Georgia. From first-time offenders to those who have been released from prison, probation supervision is considered by the courts to be a good way to “keep tabs” on people who have been convicted of a crime....
For people who are arrested on drug charges in Gwinnett County, the penalties will largely hinge on the amount they had in their possession. Some drugs like cocaine, methamphetamine, heroin and Fentanyl are treated more seriously than marijuana, but being arrested for...
The use of personal electronic devices is universal but illegal when you are driving. The Georgia legislature is considering bills to strengthen its distracted driving laws and eliminate a loophole that does not apply to other speeding and traffic violations....