You know that you cannot sell prescription drugs. Prescription drug abuse has become a major problem in the United States. If you receive these substances due to having a valid prescription but then sell them for a profit to a third party, this could land both of you...
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3 times that police officers can search a vehicle
Police officers conducting traffic stops often look for proof of misconduct. They want compelling evidence that a driver exceeded the speed limit or otherwise violated the law. In some cases, they may want to search a vehicle to acquire evidence of a crime beyond a...
Could a DUI offense lead to felony charges?
Motorists can get arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) offenses in a variety of situations. Some drivers fail chemical tests administered after crashes and then face prosecution. Others face DUI charges because of what occurs during a one-on-one traffic...
Tag swapping is a type of shoplifting
When most people think of shoplifting, it is fairly simple. They imagine people grabbing items and running out of a grocery store or concealing items in their pockets or in a purse. They may even think of people going through a self-checkout and only scanning half of...
The fruit of the poisonous tree
If you are facing criminal charges, it is important to understand different doctrines that may impact how the case proceeds. One of these doctrines is known as the fruit of the poisonous tree. This essentially governs what evidence can and cannot be used in a criminal...
How to handle a drunk driving DUI charge
Facing a drunk driving DUI charge can be overwhelming, and with prosecution, the penalties may include license suspension, imposition of heavy fines or even jail time. Beyond the legal consequences, a charge can affect your personal and professional life in lasting...
How medical conditions affect field sobriety tests
Although field sobriety tests (FSTs) are reliable when determining if a driver is intoxicated, they have limitations. And one of such limitations regards people with pre-existing medical conditions. Some medical conditions can affect one's ability to perform in FSTs...
Potential penalties for a carjacking conviction in Georgia
In Georgia, carjacking is treated as a serious violent crime that can lead to severe legal consequences in the event of a conviction. While the state does not have a statute labeled specifically as “carjacking,” the offense is generally prosecuted under laws covering...
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....
Could a DUI charge be classified as a felony?
Drivers in Georgia accused of drunk driving may expect to face misdemeanor charges. Many DUI offenses are misdemeanor crimes. While the defendant is at risk of incarceration, fines, a driver's license suspension and a criminal record, the penalties aren't as severe as...
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