Drug possession is a common and serious criminal charge. However, sometimes the state may allege that the offense was more serious than simple possession. Prosecutors may try to bring more significant charges when circumstances warrant doing so. Police officers do not...
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When is a stop-and-frisk search a violation of civil rights?
The Constitution enshrines numerous important civil rights. Those rights range from the freedom of speech to the right to a speedy trial when facing criminal accusations. People also have protection from unreasonable searches and seizures conducted by government...
How common household items can lead to worse drug charges
Many people arrested due to the possession of prohibited or controlled substances face drug possession charges. It is a crime to own or consume many different substances. Depending on the type of drug and how much of it police officers find, possession charges could...
How a favor for a family member could lead to drug charges
Many criminal charges related to drugs are predictable. They involve people who purchase prohibited drugs on the unregulated market or find ways to continue using a prescribed medication after their doctor ends their prescription. The people involved understand that...
What should all Americans know about search warrants?
Learning that the police want to search your home or property is sometimes a stressful situation. It’s critical that anyone who may encounter this scenario has at least a basic understanding of search warrants and their rights so they can better ensure that their...
What are Miranda rights and how can you invoke them?
People who are being interrogated or detained by a police officer will likely hear the officer read them their rights. These are informally known as the Miranda rights because of a case heard by the U.S. Supreme Court. The Miranda rights include protections against...
Getting started with the adoption process in Georgia
Adopting a child is a journey that can result in immense joy. However, the process itself can be complex and stressful. For starters, it requires careful preparation and understanding of the legal requirements involved. If you're considering adoption in Georgia,...
Can one parent secure sole custody during a Georgia divorce?
Parents who decide to divorce have more issues to address in family court than those who do not still have children living at home. In addition to talking about property division and financial support matters, divorcing parents have to make arrangements for the care...
When can police conduct a search for drugs?
Police officers often have to search for evidence of a crime when they suspect that one has been committed. For example, when they believe someone has drugs in their personal possession for their own use – or for any other type of criminal activity – finding these...
When can Georgia charge someone with drugged driving?
A significant portion of driving under the influence (DUI) infractions in Georgia involve alcohol. Most motorists are familiar with alcohol-related impaired driving rules. They know that if their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) goes above 0.08% or if they...