When you find yourself accused of a criminal offense, like drug possession, you may worry about what will happen if you end up convicted. Many people fear the worst-case scenario so much that they plead guilty and get saddled with a lifelong criminal record because of...
Most people are familiar with the concept of “entrapment.” You’ve probably seen TV shows or movies where undercover officers or confidential informants get themselves embedded in a group that’s planning criminal activity so that they can gather evidence against them...
While drunk driving arrests have been steadily declining in recent years, the number of arrests due to drugged driving – driving while under the influence of drugs – has been on the rise. Georgia recently introduced a new “drug recognition expert” training, a...
Imagine if the police could flag down any driver they wanted and go through their car. It could become so frustrating and upsetting that you ditch the car altogether and travel everywhere by public transport. Thankfully, you have rights as a motorist. If the police...
At some point in time, everybody falls ill. With certain illnesses, it may not be possible for the body's immune system to fight them without medical treatment. Prescription drugs play a key part in helping people to recover, but they can also be potentially dangerous...
Drug possession charges can result in serious consequences, even for first time offenders. In Georgia, possession of any drug other than marijuana could result in a felony conviction and years in prison. An experienced criminal defense attorney in your area can review...
If you are charged with a federal drug crime it is important to know that the type of drug allegedly at issue can make a difference in what crime you are charged with, and the consequences should you be found guilty. Federal law divides controlled substances into five...
A joint effort between the Cobb County District Attorney’s Office and other agencies will be available to help people who are trying to get their arrest or criminal records restricted from public access. The idea behind the initiative is to give non-violent offenders...
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...
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...
