Atlanta Criminal Law Blog
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Challenging the results of a DUI test in Georgia
Getting arrested for drunk driving is a serious offense with significant consequences. If you have been arrested for drunk driving, you may be wondering if there is any way to challenge the breath test that was used to determine your blood alcohol content (BAC). If...
Georgia heroin laws and penalties
Heroin is a drug made from the leaves of the opium poppy plant. Since it is dangerous, controlled substance laws make it illegal. A person in Georgia may face several penalties for possession, manufacturing, buying, or selling it. Overview of Georgia heroin laws...
Elements required for burglary and defenses
Burglary is defined as illegally entering a structure with the intention of committing a crime. While some people think of burglary and theft as the same, theft involves the unlawful taking of property. However, the case must meet several elements in Atlanta, Georgia,...
What mistakes do police officers make during DUI arrests?
Police officers are human too; they make mistakes just like everyone else in Georgia. If you have been arrested for DUI, it is important to understand some of the mistakes that the police can make because it could lead to your case getting dismissed. Stopping you...
Drug bust in Bibb County
A traffic stop in Georgia on Feb. 21 led to the arrest of three suspects and the seizure of five firearms and significant quantities of cocaine and marijuana. A 31-year-old Lizzella man, a 31-year-old Houston County woman and a 29-year-old Macon woman all face...
Anonymous tip leads to drug bust in Valdosta
Police in Georgia say that an anonymous tip sparked an investigation that led to the discovery of illegal drugs worth more than $50,000. According to the Valdosta Police Department, a phone call received at approximately 2:30 p.m. on Jan. 2 told officers that a...
Top 3 domestic violence charge defenses
Domestic violence charges are often frightening to defendants because the charges tend to carry severe penalties, including jail time and a criminal record. If you’re facing these charges, there are a number of defenses that you may be able to use to increase your...
What drivers should know about the Interstate Driver’s License Compact
Being arrested for drunk driving results in serious criminal charges and countless consequences if a conviction occurs. However, the impact it will have on your life is not exclusive to the borders of your home state. The Interstate Driver’s License Compact is a...
Ways to challenge a Breathalyzer
DUI laws give officers the right to pull a suspected driver over to test them for intoxication. The most common test they use is a Beathalyzer, which requires a breath sample. However, breathalyzers do not always give accurate results and drivers in Georgia can...
Georgia cocaine penalties
The state of Georgia takes drug offenses seriously. As a result, the penalties can be harsh for a conviction. If you have been arrested for a drug crime involving cocaine, you should know what to expect. What are the cocaine laws in Georgia? Drug charges involving...
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