Atlanta Criminal Law Blog
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What to know when caught with prescription meds in Georgia
The criminal record that comes with the possession of prescription pharmaceuticals that aren’t prescribed to you is something that can stick for the rest of your life. In some cases, getting caught with prescription pills in Georgia can result in you being arrested...
Cocaine charges in Georgia
Persons arrested on cocaine charges in Georgia might face severe legal penalties. Granted, more serious charges come with harsher punishments than lesser offenses but all cocaine arrests put the offender at risk of a prison sentence. Cocaine charges in Georgia Cocaine...
Bitten by the truth: Why bite mark evidence is flawed
Unreliable bitemark identification has led to the exoneration of more than two dozen people arrested in the U.S. Yet, surprisingly, prosecutors in Georgia still use it in court as evidence. Experts have largely discredited bite marks because of a number of issues. How...
What are the laws pertaining to heroin in Georgia?
Drug-related crimes involving heroin are considered very serious in Georgia and all other states. If a person is convicted of any offense involving even small amounts of the drug, they can face harsh penalties. These are Georgia’s heroin laws. Possession of heroin...
The background and history of the insanity defense in Georgia
In Georgia, someone can just say they are sorry because they didn’t know what they were doing while committing a crime, and the judge might let them walk scot-free. Of course, they will have to convince the court without reasonable doubt that they were indeed “insane”...
The flawed system behind the death penalty in Georgia
The death penalty, also known as capital punishment, is a constitutionally legal form of punishment in Georgia that was reinstated in 1973. This form of punishment is hotly contested in the country due to its discriminatory and often arbitrary nature. How the death...
A DUI’s effect on someone’s career
A drunk driving conviction could cause numerous problems outside the most obvious legal ones. Georgia drivers may agree they made mistakes and accept the consequences of driving under the influence. Unfortunately, they may discover that the conviction could hamper the...
Convictions and sentencings for drug charges
A person arrested on drug charges in Georgia may worry about a trial’s outcome. Strict laws could translate into harsh sentences for those accused of drug possession and distribution. It might seem strange that someone worried about heavy fines and many years in...
What steps do I take after being arrested for DUI?
Getting arrested for DUI can be a very stressful situation. Very often, individuals arrested for DUI have had no previous contact with the judicial system. But, even before getting to court, there are certain steps to take right away. Here are few steps to take after...
Georgia voluntary manslaughter laws
There several different charges a person could face in Georgia when they kill someone. The method of killing and the circumstances will determine the type of case filed against that person. One common homicidal charge is voluntary manslaughter. Voluntary manslaughter...
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