In the past ten years, thanks to the decriminalization and legalization in other states, the possession and consumption of marijuana has changed drastically. Beyond just your typical green leafy marijuana, there are chocolates, gummy bears, hard candies, drinks, waxes, resins, oils, creams, and other substances used to intake THC into your body. Misdemeanor or Felony? […]
00Ryan Walshhttps://www.peachstatelawyer.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/w-scott-smith-logo.pngRyan Walsh2019-07-31 14:33:452019-07-31 14:33:45Possession of Edibles in Georgia
DUI drugs charges can be a source of confusion for defendants and lawyers alike. This article will explore these laws and explain their meaning, what must be proven, how they are proven, and how to defend against them. There are three ways to charge DUI Drugs cases: (1) DUI Drugs – Less Safe; (2) DUI […]
As Georgia’s senior citizen population has increased, and as more and more of them are victims of crimes, Georgia legislature has enacted tough penalties for criminal defendants charged with Elder Abuse. Most District Attorney’s office in Georgia have designated Elder Abuse prosecutors. If you are charged with Elder Abuse, it is vital that you take […]
In most instances, the crime of DUI is considered a misdemeanor in Georgia. A misdemeanor is defined as a crime that has a maximum punishment of 12 months in jail. If this is your first time being charged with a DUI and no one was hurt, you will be facing a misdemeanor DUI. Additionally, even […]
00Ryan Walshhttps://www.peachstatelawyer.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/w-scott-smith-logo.pngRyan Walsh2019-07-19 11:11:422019-07-19 11:11:42Is DUI a Felony?
In May of 2019 the Georgia legislature approved a new implied consent warning for persons who have been arrested for DUI in Georgia. The implied consent warning informs drivers that Georgia law requires them to submit to a blood, breath, or urine test after they have been arrested for DUI; and submitting a sample that’s […]
00Ryan Walshhttps://www.peachstatelawyer.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/w-scott-smith-logo.pngRyan Walsh2019-07-19 10:59:272019-07-19 10:59:27Driver’s License & New DUI Law
Possession of Edibles in Georgia
/in Blog, Felony, Marijuana Arrest, Misdemeanor /by Ryan WalshIn the past ten years, thanks to the decriminalization and legalization in other states, the possession and consumption of marijuana has changed drastically. Beyond just your typical green leafy marijuana, there are chocolates, gummy bears, hard candies, drinks, waxes, resins, oils, creams, and other substances used to intake THC into your body. Misdemeanor or Felony? […]
DUI: Drugs
/in Atlanta DUI, Blog, DUI, Georgia DUI, License Suspension, Marietta DUI /by Ryan WalshDUI drugs charges can be a source of confusion for defendants and lawyers alike. This article will explore these laws and explain their meaning, what must be proven, how they are proven, and how to defend against them. There are three ways to charge DUI Drugs cases: (1) DUI Drugs – Less Safe; (2) DUI […]
Elder Abuse in Georgia
/in Blog, Elder Abuse, Georgia Law /by Ryan WalshAs Georgia’s senior citizen population has increased, and as more and more of them are victims of crimes, Georgia legislature has enacted tough penalties for criminal defendants charged with Elder Abuse. Most District Attorney’s office in Georgia have designated Elder Abuse prosecutors. If you are charged with Elder Abuse, it is vital that you take […]
Is DUI a Felony?
/in Atlanta DUI, Blog, Drivers License, DUI, Felony, Georgia DUI, Georgia Law, License Suspension, Marietta DUI, Misdemeanor, Serious Injury by Vehicle, Vehicular Homicide /by Ryan WalshIn most instances, the crime of DUI is considered a misdemeanor in Georgia. A misdemeanor is defined as a crime that has a maximum punishment of 12 months in jail. If this is your first time being charged with a DUI and no one was hurt, you will be facing a misdemeanor DUI. Additionally, even […]
Driver’s License & New DUI Law
/in Atlanta DUI, Blog, Drivers License, DUI, Georgia DUI, License Suspension, Marietta DUI /by Ryan WalshIn May of 2019 the Georgia legislature approved a new implied consent warning for persons who have been arrested for DUI in Georgia. The implied consent warning informs drivers that Georgia law requires them to submit to a blood, breath, or urine test after they have been arrested for DUI; and submitting a sample that’s […]