Over the last decade cellphones have evolved from a luxury to an essential part of our everyday life. It is rare that a person does not have a cellphone at all times. This device accompanies us as we drive to work, throughout our workday and often serves as our alarm...
Criminal Defense
Understanding the legal implications of teen-to-teen sexting
When teens send sexts of themselves to other willing teens, there could still be legal implications because of the sexualized nature of the images. Many Georgia teens participate in sending sexual pictures of themselves via text messages. The Washington Post states...
How to stop identity thieves in their tracks
Those who can tell that someone is attempting to steal their identities are the best prepared to stop it from happening from them. With the internet, smart phones and instant money transfers being a regular part of life these days, identity theft is now a modern crime...
More stringent sex offender restrictions proposed in Georgia
A new proposal seeks to establish stricter residency and work restrictions for certain registered sex offenders in Georgia. Registration as a sex offender can significantly limit a person's ability to find housing, secure employment and participate in public life,...
Understanding the charge of statutory rape in the state of Georgia
Even if it is consensual, having intercourse with someone under the age of 16 is considered statutory rape in Georgia and could carry serious penalties. For some in Georgia, love may bloom early. Often, people may choose to act on those feelings and take their...
SCOTUS to hear cases on right to search cars: Impact on criminal charges
Although most police officers serve in an effort to keep their communities safe, some abuse the powers that come with their position. In fact, the issue of police abusing these powers has become so prevalent that even Forbes recently addressed it in an article. The...