Field sobriety tests are standard practice in Georgia. However, they are not a sufficient way to determine whether you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Here is what you need to know about this controversial practice. What are field sobriety tests? There...
Criminal Defense
Can your career path change because of a DUI?
Many people mistakenly take their first DUI charge as a non-issue. They think that since they have a previously clean record, it will hold out even now. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. Sometimes, even one DUI conviction can end up radically altering a...
What does the court consider during sentencing?
One of the biggest questions that a person facing criminal charges has is what type of sentence they will have if they’re convicted. For the most part, there isn’t an easy answer to that. Instead, there’s usually a sentence range that’s common for a specific crime....
Is a plea deal right for you?
A plea deal is a negotiated conclusion of a trial between the defendant and the prosecution. Most criminal cases are resolved through plea bargains, and only a small fraction proceed to full trial. Usually, a plea deal involves pleading guilty to a lesser offense or...
How to return to normalcy after a domestic violence charge
Receiving a criminal charge of any nature can shake up your life dramatically. It can be very difficult to regain your confidence and return to normalcy, particularly if you have a domestic violence accusation. Even if you are falsely accused of domestic violence, the...
Getting divorced? Beware of false abuse allegations
While some divorces can be relatively civil, many others are full of acrimony and dirty tricks. If you are going through one of the latter types, you could wind up falsely accused of domestic violence. It’s a sad state of affairs when one spouse resorts to leveling...
Can medicinal soft drugs lead to criminal charges in Georgia?
With 36 states and the District of Columbia now allowing medicinal use of soft drugs like cannabis, many Americans are approaching previously prohibited substances with less fear. Nonetheless, some people who are curious about potential health benefits still worry...
What happens if Georgia issues a family violence protective order?
If a spouse or partner accuses you of domestic violence, he or she may file a family violence protective order. Failing to follow the terms of this order can result in additional criminal charges. Make sure you understand the details of a Georgia family violence...
Types of Georgia theft crimes
Georgia recognizes different types of theft crimes in addition to theft by taking, or depriving someone of his or her personal property. Understanding the laws and potential penalties can help someone facing these charges determine the appropriate actions. Review the...
The history of state and federal drug schedules
A primary factor in the severity of drug charges in the U.S. is the schedule of the drug in question. Georgia, like other states, abides by its own schedules of controlled substances, which it models after federal schedules. But where did these classifications come...
