We all live busy lives, and this can lead us to make mistakes from time to time. The world is more fast-paced than ever, and this might mean that while grocery or outlet shopping, we may also be preoccupied with looking after our kids, replying to messages or...
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What you need to know about being detained by the police
Have you ever had to learn something, whether back in school, in the workforce or perhaps in real life settings, and figured at the time that you would never need that nugget of information? Then one day, lo and behold, that very thing that you learned that day...
Misdemeanor convictions may come with collateral consequences
People who are facing misdemeanor charges sometimes think that these aren't a big deal. While being convicted of one won't result in being labeled as a felon for life, there are still some serious consequences that you need to think about when you're working on your...
Can I get arrested for possessing kratom here in Georgia?
In recent years, there has been a nationwide crackdown on opioid drugs prescribed by doctors. While this was intended to combat the scourge of opiate addiction that has claimed so many lives and ruined families all over the United States, it has also had some adverse...
In Georgia, marijuana use is still illegal
Recent years have brought many changes to the country's marijuana laws, at least at the state level. While Georgia has typically enforced stringent marijuana restrictions, there has been a slight loosening of the prohibitions against pot usage under House Bill 1, or...
Teens may ignore the risks of criminal activity
When teenagers get accused of crimes, parents often ask themselves how it could have happened. They don't understand why their child made these decisions and choices. It's perplexing to them because there is a clear risk and they understand how the actions can derail...
Shoplifting: What you need to know
Shoplifting is a major problem for Georgia retailers. According to a 2014 research study by the National Association of Shoplifting Prevention (NASP), one out of 11 people shoplifts merchandise. Many retailers tend to take a hard line with shoplifters as a result. But...
Entrapment can lead to unfair charges
If you're someone who has faced drug charges, one thing you might be incensed about is how you were caught. Maybe you were offered drugs by someone, but the moment you accepted you found that person was a police officer. That situation could be entrapment, and if so,...
How reckless driving is different than other traffic violations
When you break traffic laws, usually the consequences are primarily civil. In other words, you don't have to worry about having a criminal record or going to jail just because you got caught exceeding the speed limit or merging without a blinker. Officers will issue a...
Protecting your future against drug possession charges
Drug possession charges are never something to take lightly, whether a person faces allegations of a first-time offense or already has prior convictions. Here in Georgia, the laws that apply to drug possession are still fairly strict when compared to some other...