What’s required to prove a drug possession charge?
Imagine you were enjoying some time riding in the car of a friend, who you didn’t realize was in possession of marijuana under the passenger seat of his vehicle. As it happens, the police pull your friend over for speeding and decided to search the vehicle. That’s when they found marijuana under your seat which… Continue reading What’s required to prove a drug possession charge?
Read MoreCriminal defense: Stun gun for 87-year-old picking dandelions
It is not well-known in Georgia that dandelion salad is a favorite dish of natives of certain foreign countries. For an 87-year-old Chatsworth woman who was naturalized as a U.S. Citizen over 15 years ago, going into a neighboring field to dig up dandelions was a perfectly natural and nonthreatening activity. For police called to… Continue reading Criminal defense: Stun gun for 87-year-old picking dandelions
Read MoreYes, you can still end up in jail for marijuana in Georgia
Easing cultural attitudes about marijuana is evident in our society. In state after state, voters keep passing laws intended to end the prohibition of marijuana and create regulated markets. Support for marijuana legalization is high and continuing to increase. However, Georgia is well behind much of the rest of the country when it comes to… Continue reading Yes, you can still end up in jail for marijuana in Georgia
Read MoreCriminal defense may exist for man charged with solicitation
Criminal defense attorneys in Georgia and elsewhere must deal with some bizarre offenses alleged by the police. The criminal defense attorney views these matters clinically and acts in accordance with professional ethics to provide the strongest defense possible no matter what the circumstances. However, it must be remembered that most criminal cases are negotiated with… Continue reading Criminal defense may exist for man charged with solicitation
Read MoreCriminal 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
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