Over-the-counter medications are drugs that anyone can buy and use legally. There are sometimes age restrictions, meaning someone has to be at least 18 years old to buy them, but that is about as complicated as it gets. Prescription medications, on the other hand,...
4 possible defenses to your drug possession charges
If you are facing drug possession charges, the prosecution has to prove beyond reasonable doubt that you were indeed in possession of the said drugs for a successful conviction. Given that drug charges are pretty serious, you must mount a solid defense against them....
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...
How dangerous is fentanyl?
The opioid crisis is something almost every area in the United States must deal with. It is a tragic situation tied to the pharmaceutical industry. While opioid pills are the sought-after source for those addicted, cheaper and easier to secure alternatives often...
What is a drug court?
If you face drug charges, your case may end up in drug court. This special court can help you to avoid a criminal conviction on your record. According to the National Institute of Justice, drug courts focus on rehabilitation rather than punishment, and they put your...
How does Georgia define drug paraphernalia?
Georgia law does not limit drug prohibitions to only controlled substances. The law also forbids you from possessing property known as drug paraphernalia. If convicted of having one or more kinds of paraphernalia, you could serve time in prison and pay fines. Like...
Cocaine use spikes among Georgia college students
Cocaine is a stimulant drug that is potent and highly addictive. It is a Schedule II controlled substance, and its use is illegal in almost every context. Cocaine is one of the most commonly abused drugs in Georgia and also one of the most dangerous. In 2016, the...
How is Georgia handling the opioid epidemic?
The opioid crisis gained recognition as a national public health emergency in 2017. In the years since, it has unfortunately not seen much improvement. However, states work hard within their own borders to help decrease the amount of users and the number of overdose...
The consequences of a drug charge in Georgia
Many drug possession charges in Georgia carry a steep punishment with them. Knowing more about the legal background of a charge against you can help you in understanding what consequences you may face. Controlled substance law The main statute used both nationwide and...
What is MDMA?
MDMA stands for methylenedioxymethamphetamine. Sometimes known as ecstasy, this is a stimulant drug that also has hallucinogenic properties. It is a Schedule I controlled substance because it has no accepted medical uses and a high potential for abuse. Authorities...
