We all know that, for the most part, marijuana and marijuana derivatives are illegal in our state. However, it is possible that one could be flying through our state from one state where it is legal to another state where it is also legal. If you have a long layover,...
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Ten indicted on drug trafficking charges
Drug charges often come with a nesting doll of problems. In a prior blog, we discussed just how much time a person can spend in prison as a result of drug trafficking conviction. State and federal level charges that come with separate penalties for the convicted. A...
What happens if you are caught possessing marijuana in Georgia?
With many states across the nation having much more relaxed policies toward marijuana now than they ever did before, it is easy to get confused about what is legal and what is still illegal when it comes to the drug. When it comes to the laws for marijuana possession...
What happens if you are charged with drug trafficking in Georgia?
The many aspects of drug issues across the United States as well as across the world are imposing more and more on people's daily lives and more and more people are losing their lives because of drugs. The drug issue has been increasing for many years and it is...
When can Georgia police search your vehicle for drugs?
Being stopped by police in Georgia can happen for many reasons. However, if the officer suspects you have committed a crime involving drugs, it’s terrifying. In this situation, it’s important to know your rights and when police can search your vehicle. Can police stop...
Penalties for drug possession in Georgia
Society has become more lenient about drug charges, but Georgia law hasn't yet caught up. Illegal drug possession is usually a felony in this state. Suspension of your driver's license On your first drug-offense conviction, Georgia suspends your driver's license for...
Heroin charges based on Georgia law
Heroin is a highly addictive recreational drug that is illegal across the U.S. Drug laws in Georgia criminalize the possession, selling or trafficking of heroin. The result is an automatic felony, thousands of dollars in fines or several years in prison. The severity...
What is drug counterfeiting and how is it charged?
Georgia takes all drug crimes seriously. One of those crimes is drug counterfeiting. Drug counterfeiting occurs when a person sells drugs that are fake while passing them off as a different drug. Selling counterfeit drugs over state lines is also trafficking. What...
A breakdown of drug crimes and their penalties
The penalties for drug-related crimes in Georgia and throughout the country depend largely upon the type and amount of illegal substance involved in the incident as well as the specific situation that led to it. This applies to the crimes of possession, dealing,...
How long is jail time for drug possession in Georgia?
The penalties for drug possession in Georgia are often strict. Each case is different and could have additional charges involved, so it's difficult to give a clear answer on how long prison time is for possession. Penalties for marijuana Possession of up to 1 ounce of...