Criminal defense raises challenges to sorority sex allegations
An investigation of sorority members at a state university in Georgia has resulted in the suspension of the sorority and the resignation of a female administrative employee who served as the sorority adviser. Authorities are investigating whether the woman was acting to sell the sorority pledges of Alpha Kappa Alpha at the Fort Valley State… Continue reading Criminal defense raises challenges to sorority sex allegations
Read MoreGeorgia teen likely considering criminal defense
Some law enforcement authorities in Georgia encourage people to be vigilant of their surroundings and contact police if they notice any suspicious behavior. However, “suspicious” is a subjective term, and often, behaviors that some would label as such turn out to be easily explained. Unfortunately, a teenager has recently found himself facing criminal charges after… Continue reading Georgia teen likely considering criminal defense
Read MoreChallenging your Breathalyzer results after a DUI
DUI charges in Georgia are relatively common, but they are not a matter to take lightly. Even for first-time offenders, the consequences can cause complications and restrictions to privileges for years, on top of the serious fines you must pay if convicted. As soon as you are charged, the prosecutor began working on building a… Continue reading Challenging your Breathalyzer results after a DUI
Read MorePolice arrest 9 on major drug charges, criminal defense follows
With the dangers of opioids taking center stage, concerns about cocaine may have lessened in many Georgia communities. However, the cocaine trade appears to be running strong, as indicated by the Chatham-Savannah Counter Narcotics Team’s recent arrest of nine persons and the seizure of 25 kilograms of uncut cocaine. Authorities say that the drugs have… Continue reading Police arrest 9 on major drug charges, criminal defense follows
Read MoreMan arrested for CNN threats, needs criminal defense strategy
Georgia is the proud home base of CNN News, but being a member of a news network these days can be a harrowing experience at times. Recently, the tension was raised a few notches in CNN’s Atlanta headquarters. The company reports that a man from another state plummeted the company with a barrage of allegedly… Continue reading Man arrested for CNN threats, needs criminal defense strategy
Read MoreWoman needs criminal defense for sending barrage of love letters
At what point do a series of written love messages sent as emails to another person cross the line and become stalking or harassment? When does a letter writer who has only romance in her heart end up being arrested and in need of a criminal defense attorney? This has happened a second time now… Continue reading Woman needs criminal defense for sending barrage of love letters
Read More70 arrested for marijuana may have strong criminal defense
The police in Cartersville may not be aware of the national trend, including here in Georgia, of treating a small amount of marijuana as a minor offense. Instead, they recently arrested 70 people — most of them African Americans — at a party. All 70 of the suspects were arrested and jailed for possession of the same small… Continue reading 70 arrested for marijuana may have strong criminal defense
Read More2 common defenses against drug crime allegations
No one ever expects to get accused of a drug crime, but if you’ve been around people who possess or deal in drugs — or if you live with such individuals — the chances of being accused of a drug crime increases. If you’ve been arrested and accused of a drug-related offense, you may be… Continue reading 2 common defenses against drug crime allegations
Read MoreCriminal defense: Excessive speeding leads to DUI charges for 1
Operating a vehicle at excessive speeds can be dangerous, and may give authorities reason to be suspicious of further wrongdoing. Should an individual fail to notice the lights and sirens of an emergency vehicle, he or she may face additional charges once a traffic stop occurs. A 46-year-old man is facing multiple charges following a… Continue reading Criminal defense: Excessive speeding leads to DUI charges for 1
Read MoreGeorgia police officer likely contemplating criminal defense
Police officers are expected to uphold the law in all circumstances. It can be quite a shock to hear of an officer accused of committing a crime. One Georgia police corporal is likely working with a criminal defense attorney after being accused of theft and violating her oath, among other charges. Authorities said that the… Continue reading Georgia police officer likely contemplating criminal defense
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