Even a minor theft charge in Georgia can result in serious and lasting practical and legal consequences. Many people accused of shoplifting, petty theft or similar low-level offenses assume that because the dollar amount involved in their case is small, the matter...
When you or someone you love faces a criminal conviction in Georgia, the future can feel overwhelming. As a parent or family member, you want clarity about what comes next. Learning how the appeals process works helps you understand the options available and eases...
Before entering your divorce, you need to develop a solid gameplan for addressing property division. The outcome of this process can shape your financial landscape for a long time to come, and you’ll only get one shot at fighting for the resources you need to build...
If the police arrest you for driving under the influence (DUI) in Athens, your license could face restrictions immediately. The officer might hand you a notice that limits your ability to drive that same day. Meanwhile, the Georgia Department of Driver Services may...
Motorists accused of driving under the influence (DUI) offenses often get arrested after traffic stops. Police officers pull them over and ask them questions. They conduct field sobriety tests. They may request chemical testing as well. Drivers are often eager to...
Married parents have several valuable protections under the law. For example, married men benefit from a presumption of paternity. The state includes a married man's name on the birth certificate of any child born to his wife during the marriage. The situation becomes...
Looking at a marijuana plant and hemp plant side by side, can you tell the difference between the two. Do they look different? Do they smell different? Do they have different textures? The answer to all these questions is no. Both plants are part of the cannabis...
Every spouse has their own expectations for marriage. People choose to marry for reasons ranging from a desire to develop a family to cultural standards. Spouses typically enter into marriage with an expectation that it should last for life, but that is not always...
People generally have a right to avoid self-incrimination. Under the Fifth Amendment, the courts cannot compel people to testify if doing so might implicate them in a criminal matter. Additionally, people have the right to remain silent when interacting with law...
Many people associate drug crimes with criminal gangs and delinquents. They think of organized criminal activity and those who have given up on complying with cultural expectations and the law. Many people also think of drug offenses as crimes committed by young...