There are hundreds of ways to break the law in Georgia. There are archaic laws on the books that law enforcement departments rarely enforce. Some crimes are so common that people get arrested for them every day. Police departments prioritize enforcement based in part...
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Misdemeanors
Reckless driving is a misdemeanor, not a “simple” ticket infraction
Most drivers think nothing of pleading guilty to traffic offenses. That is essentially what happens when they pay their tickets. After a police officer issues a citation accusing them of breaking the law, they pay the fine and move on with their lives. In some cases,...
The collateral consequences of a misdemeanor conviction
A misdemeanor conviction brings more than fines and possible jail time. What are the hidden ways a misdemeanor conviction could restrict one's life in Georgia? In addition, how can these consequences make it difficult for them to move forward? Professional licensing...
How does Georgia punish misdemeanor shoplifting crimes?
Shoplifting is a subtype of theft offense in Georgia. Anytime one party misappropriates resources that belong to another, prosecution is possible. Shoplifting specifically entails the removal of merchandise from a retail establishment without paying the full price....
The potential criminal consequences of hazing
If you’re preparing to send your child back to college in the upcoming weeks, you’re likely not thinking about what kind of serious trouble they could get into if they get involved in a hazing incident. Too often, however, fraternity, sports team and private club...
How common is underage drinking?
Underage drinking in the United States means that people are drinking under 21 years old. The legal drinking age has been moved a few times over the decades, but it is currently at 21 and shows no signs of going down. This means that teenagers and other young people...
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