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...
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Criminal Defense
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...
Avoid arrest by keeping pills in their original bottles
Many people who take multiple medications each day have pill dispensers that they load in advance to take on a preset schedule. While that might work well for senior citizens who are homebound, it can be problematic for others. People who are on the go might not want...
What is mens rea and why does it matter in criminal law cases?
Anyone who’s facing criminal charges may come across some terms or concepts they don’t fully understand. One of these is "mens rea," which is a Latin term that means “guilty mind.” It’s used in criminal law cases to refer to the mental state or intent behind a...
What is reasonable suspicion for drunk driving stops?
Drivers often feel a sense of dread when they see the flashing lights of a police vehicle behind them. They must realize that police officers can’t just initiate a traffic stop without a reason. Instead, they need to have reasonable suspicion in order to stop the...
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