Georgia DUI by Driver with Out of State License

A Georgia DUI arrest is a serious issue, even, and perhaps especially, for out-of-state drivers. Not only can a mere DUI arrest affect your ability to drive in Georgia, a conviction of DUI can also be reported to your home state and cause a driver’s license suspension. This article will discuss the implications of a […]

Interference with the Custody of a Minor in Georgia Criminal Law

An “interference with custody” criminal charge in Georgia usually arises in the context of a family law dispute where one parent retains custody of a child longer than they are allowed to under a custody agreement. The purpose of statute criminalizing interference with custody is to protect custody interests of child’s lawful custodian from interference […]

Police Vehicle Searches in Georgia

You are driving down the highway and the blue lights come on behind you. You pull over and the officer says to step out of the car so he can search your car and the bag you have in the backseat. What are your rights? What is the law relating to a search of your […]

Possession of Marijuana is Still a Crime in Georgia

Arrests for possession of marijuana are very common in Georgia. If an individual possesses less than one ounce of marijuana, they likely will be charged with a misdemeanor. However, if they are found to have possessed more than one ounce of marijuana, the offense will generally be classified as a felony. A conviction of possession […]

Aggravated Assault Strangulation Charges in Georgia

We deal with a number of cases involving a husband and wife or couple charged with aggravated assault after an argument.  Police know that in responding to a call involving domestic violence all they need to do is to ask the correct questions and a minor scuffle turns into a felony charge of aggravated assault […]