When approached by a police officer who suspects you’ve committed a crime, you may think you have nothing to worry about. After all, you have a solid alibi. However, after they speak with you, you find yourself in handcuffs, waiting to make a phone call from your local jail. Unfortunately, when you talk to the...
Bicycling is an excellent form of exercise and transportation, but it can also be dangerous if proper precautions are not taken. Georgia is a popular destination for cyclists. Unfortunately, accidents involving bicycles are all too common in the state, and the causes of these accidents are diverse. Today, we will explore some of the top...
Most people do not realize how much a single car accident can change their life until they are in one. Although their initial concerns involve injuries and property damage, very few of them give much thought to the ramifications of leaving the scene of the accident. Certain circumstances can make fleeing the scene of a...
Possessing your own prescription drugs is not a crime in and of itself. The pharmaceutical system in America is designed to care for patients safely and legally when all parties participate properly. However, criminal charges can arise when prescription patients manage their medication illegally. Individuals in legal possession of prescription drugs can face criminal...
No one wants to find themselves involved in a car accident, even if the incident is minor. So many questions arise after the fact, the more common ones being, “What happened?” “Is everyone okay?” “Whose fault is this?” “What will this mean for my insurance?” To help the police, insurance companies, and even yourself answer...
Getting arrested can be a terrifying and traumatic experience. It can be hard to think straight because of how strong your stress response to an arrest can likely be. If you learn about the right steps to take ahead of time, you will find yourself better prepared should you ever get into any trouble with...
The holidays are supposed to be a joyous season, not full of grinches. Unfortunately, this can happen if a crime victimizes someone. Especially during the holiday season, stay alert for the crimes outlined below. Burglary With gift-giving being a popular tradition during the holidays, thieves may try to break into homes or cars looking for...
The state of Georgia takes hit and run accidents very seriously. Leaving the scene of an accident without stopping and carrying out your legal duty can result in criminal charges. Leaving an accident scene can lead to fines, incarceration, and restrictions on your license. Is a Hit and Run a Misdemeanor in Georgia? In...
No one starts out their childhood dreaming of growing up and becoming a victim of domestic violence. The epidemic is indiscriminate across gender, age, and socioeconomic status. Regardless of what victims are trained to believe, nothing they did or didn’t do caused the violence, but those suffering long term abuse have a hard time believing...
If you are facing criminal charges in Georgia, there are many mistakes you need to avoid in order to give yourself the best chance of avoiding a conviction and harsh sentencing at trial. If you make assumptions, if you overlook key aspects of the law, or if you fail to approach your case with the...