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...
Year: 2021
Penalties for underage drinking and driving in Georgia
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...
What are the different types of probation?
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...
The right approach to handling an alleged probation violation
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....
Drug penalties for possessing marijuana could change in Gwinnett
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...
Georgia may strengthen distracted driving laws
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....
Major meth ring drug bust occurs across Georgia
Those who have been arrested on drug crimes in Georgia know how serious these crimes are taken. A drug crime is aggressively prosecuted by authorities and the public doesn’t tolerate these crimes either. Recently a major drug bust occurred that resulted in the arrest...
Georgia traffic stops lead to drug charges for several motorists
Traffic stops may seem like a minor event and interaction with law enforcement; however, when motorists in Georgia and elsewhere get pulled over, the traffic stop could evolve into a larger criminal matter. While this can be problematic for the motorist, resulting in...
Can you be charged with DUI if your BAC is below the legal limit?
Most people in Georgia are already aware that if they drive with a blood-alcohol concentration at or above the legal limit of 0.08%, they can be charged with drunk driving. This is true, but it is important to have a comprehensive understanding of Georgia DUI laws so...
What are the penalties for a drug crime?
Each state has their own penalties for drug crimes. If someone is facing charges for a drug crime here in Georgia, they should know just how their future and freedom are at stake. Despite the attitude toward marijuana use and possession becoming more casual over the...