Arson, the act of intentionally setting fire to property, is a serious crime in the state of Georgia. The state treats these cases with severity due to the potential harm to lives, property and community safety. To grasp the implications of arson charges, it is...
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Year: 2023
The negative effects of a criminal record on your life in Georgia
Being charged with a crime and having a criminal record can have significant consequences on your life. Even after serving time or completing probation, a criminal record can continue to affect your opportunities and quality of life. and it is important to understand...
3 possible defenses for fighting a DUI charge
Drunk driving remains a serious problem in the United States, despite a decline in alcohol-related deaths over the past several decades. American Addiction Centers note that individuals detained for suspicion of driving under the influence or who receive a first-time...
3 facts about aggravated assault
Assault charges in Georgia may occur in a number of ways, from arguing over questions of property ownership to conflict over personal relationships; however, aggravated assault is unlike other types of charges that may sound similar. According to Erie News Now,...
Theft versus identity theft in Georgia
The crimes people know as "theft" and "identity theft" might have similar names in everyday English — but they have very different legal definitions. In fact, Georgia law refers to identity theft as "identity fraud". While these crimes are different, they do both...
DUI suspensions in Georgia and potential remedies
Driving under the influence of alcohol is a serious crime in Georgia. Punishment after a conviction could range depending on the discretion of a judge. In addition to sentences that could assign jail time, fines, mandatory education and community service, DUI also...
What is a controlled substance?
Drugs fall into categories by use and chemical components. Some medicines may become dangerous in certain quantities or mixed with other factors and fall into a controlled substance classification. What is a controlled substance, and what happens if accused of...
Can other factors affect a breath test?
You may not think anything of it when asked to take a breath test during a traffic stop. Perhaps you are on your way home a have not had a drink. Can the breath test come back positive? There are some circumstances that may lead to a reading on a breath test that...
What should you do after a DUI arrest?
If you drink and drive, you could face serious consequences. If convicted of DUI, these penalties can affect your finances, your reputation and your ability to obtain and maintain professional employment. For example, according to the Georgia Governor’s Office of...
What does implied consent mean?
A driver's license comes with a slew of responsibilities and conditions you must abide by to maintain your driving privileges. When you received your license, you agreed to comply with the laws of the road and gave your implied consent to assist an officer in a DUI...