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Your neighbor isn’t exactly your biggest fan, and the feeling is mutual -- but your neighbor has lately begun to insinuate that they think you’re up to “something illegal.” In fact, they suspect you’re operating a meth lab. Could this actually lead to legal problems?...
Whether you were going too fast or had a burned-out brake light, the officer who stopped you had a valid reason. Once they start talking to you, you can tell that they seem to be fishing for something else. When the officer eventually asked to search your vehicle,...
Prescription drugs are subject to many restrictions to help protect the public. Medications can interact with other substances, cause addiction or have negative health effects when used improperly. Proper administration of medications is crucial to public health and...
Drug crimes often stem from addiction, and the criminal justice system has struggled to properly handle addiction. Locking people up for drug use has not solved society's addiction problem. The criminal justice system has had to adjust to an influx of non-violent...
While many people — including some law enforcement officers — may never have heard of kratom, if you are one of the many Georgia residents who find relief from its use, knowing the legal status of kratom can be vital. As of 2021, not only is kratom legal to use and...
Certain types of drugs require specific items or tools for their storage, transport or use. Any item that’s used to grow, make, distribute, or use drugs is known as drug paraphernalia. Many people might not realize that they can face criminal charges for these items,...
It’s no secret that people who are addicted to drugs will break the law to get the drugs they need. Simply having the drug in their possession is a criminal act. What many people don’t think about is that there are underlying factors in the addiction that must be...
Just a few years ago, the average person probably didn't know the names of any of the active chemicals in marijuana. There is an entire family of chemicals found in marijuana plants and marijuana-based products called cannabinoids. Some of these cannabinoids, like...
Even those who typically follow most laws will feel nervous when they see the flashing lights of a police officer behind them while driving. Getting pulled over can lead to all kinds of consequences, ranging from expensive traffic tickets to the possibility of an...
Although much of the nation has relaxed its stance on some kinds of drug possession, some substances can still lead to severe consequences. The state of Georgia is known for its harsh response to those possessing any illegal substances. When it comes to hard drugs...
