If you’re required to get an ignition interlock device (IID) to regain some driving privileges after a DUI, you’ve got some things to think about. An IID comes with some costs and requires servicing and calibration. Further, if you share a vehicle with others (like...
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Georgia has toughened drug laws related to fentanyl
The increased presence of fentanyl in this country has made the epidemic of fatal drug overdoses even worse. Ingesting a tiny amount of this synthetic opioid can result in a quick death. The Georgia Department of Public Health has estimated that from 2019 to 2022,...
How do prosecutors work to prove an intent to distribute drugs?
Many drugs are illegal to possess under both federal law and Georgia state statutes. People arrested for drug crimes often expect to face simple possession charges. They may then feel shocked and possibly frightened if the state pursues more serious charges against...
What is constructive possession in a Georgia drug case?
Drug possession charges are the lowest-level drug offenses possible in Georgia. However, they can still trigger numerous consequences. As a result, someone with a controlled substance violation on their record may lose out on certain opportunities in the future. A...
Criminal defendants benefit from the right of discovery
Individuals who have been recently arrested for alleged criminal offenses in Georgia are often very anxious about the future. Many people find the idea of going to trial so intimidating that they give up without a fight and plead guilty right away. That approach...
What is crossing the guard line in Georgia?
Most people have never heard of the offense of “crossing the guard line,” but it’s a serious crime in this state – and it’s easier to end up facing this charge than you might think. In essence, “crossing the guard line” is the term used to describe an attempt to carry...
3 ways that people successfully fight drunk driving charges
Anyone who is accused of a criminal offense has the option of going to court to fight those charges. However, a surprisingly large percentage of those facing criminal charges in the United States opt to plead guilty. They may fervently swear that they did not break...
2 ways drug court proceedings may benefit defendants
Drug offenses are some of the most common charges that people get arrested for in Georgia. Police officers can arrest people for physically possessing prohibited drugs and also for being under their influence, which is a form of possession. Drug charges may lead to...
Why DUI breath tests aren’t reliable
It’s no secret that law enforcement officers rely heavily on chemical breath tests to reliably determine a driver’s blood alcohol content (BAC) before charging someone with driving under the influence (DUI). However, false positives and inaccurate readings are...
Can you refuse roadside breathalyzer tests?
When the police have reasonable suspicion of drunk driving, they will stop you and perform a chemical test to determine your breath or blood alcohol concentration (BAC) levels to act accordingly. Georgia's Implied Consent Law requires drivers to submit to...