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There has been a lot of media coverage of the Flock camera system that is being used in Georgia and other parts of the country. While Flock refers to the Atlanta-based Flock Safety company that makes them, they are actually a form of automated license plate readers...
Many people think shoplifting only happens when someone walks out of a store without paying. That is a common misconception. In Georgia, state law defines shoplifting much more broadly. Here are five specific acts that can lead to a shoplifting charge and some of them...
A person who’s arrested on a violent crime charge has a lot to think about. One of the most important is how they will handle their defense strategy because the consequences of a potential conviction can affect every area of their life. While many people will focus on...
Yes, you may be able to lower your Driving Under the Influence charge to reckless driving. A reduction like this protects your license, avoids strict mandatory DUI penalties and keeps a DUI conviction off your record. However, prosecutors do not hand out reductions...
Learning that a loved one has been arrested can be a stressful turn of events. You may be shocked or feel like you don’t know what to do. Information may be limited, which can make the situation even more complex than it might otherwise be. It’s important to remember...
Finding out that police believe the drugs belonged to you can feel shocking, especially if you never expected to face criminal charges. Maybe you accepted a ride from a friend, shared an apartment with roommates or were simply in the wrong place at the wrong time....
Many browsers have a private mode built in. This may just be called private browsing or incognito mode. The exact terms differ from one company's product to the next, but the general idea is that you can use the browser and it will not track your history or your...
While many states have legalized medical and recreational marijuana, Georgia has not. The state has a low-THC medical cannabis program that differs from the much more permissive medical marijuana statutes in many other states. There is also no legal way to acquire or...
A first-time drug possession charge in Georgia carries serious legal and personal consequences. The state classifies drug offenses into schedules, and this classification affects your penalties. Understanding these rules helps you see your legal options more clearly....
Failing a breathalyzer test generally results in a driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol charge. Even though breathalyzers are highly sensitive and generally accurate, readings can be inaccurate. Some factors can lead to a breathalyzer giving a false positive...