The Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects Americans from unreasonable or illegal searches and seizures by law enforcement officials. One way to protect people from these unlawful searches is to require police officers to acquire a valid warrant before...
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Drug Charges
Large stash of drugs seized after traffic stop
We all make choices in life, and sometimes, those choices work out, and sometimes, they do not. Unfortunately, when those choices involve illegal drugs, the consequences of those choices not working out can be severe. According to Coweta County deputies, this was the...
Drug crimes in the state of Georgia
The penalties for drug crimes are serious in every state, whether an individual is accused of being in possession of a drug or was allegedly selling or transporting illegal substances at the time of arrest. A possession charge can also turn into a drug trafficking...
Atlanta inmate charged with trafficking methamphetamine
An inmate at the United States Federal Penitentiary in Atlanta has been accused of coordinating a major drug trafficking operation. The 37-year-old inmate was allegedly able to arrange for the sale and delivery of millions of dollars of methamphetamine while behind...
Dozens arrested in South Fulton drug bust
A conviction in Georgia for a drug crime can have serious consequences. If a person is facing drug crime charges, they need an experienced criminal defense attorney. Drug crimes are taken seriously in Georgia and a conviction can lead to serious consequences. Major...
How often do roadside drug tests turn up false positives?
False-positive roadside drug tests can sometimes lead to wrongful convictions for Atlanta metro and North Georgia residents. Arming yourself with knowledge about how common false positives are and how they can be avoided may help you if you're ever involved in an...
DUI includes marijuana and other drugs
Drunk driving is not the only grounds for DUI charges in Georgia. Drugs play a major part in DUI charges and defenses. Drugs and DUI A person is guilty of a DUI for driving under the influence of any drug that makes it less safe for that motorist to drive. Motorists...
An overview of federal drug schedules
The severity of penalties for drug crimes in Georgia depends not just on the crime committed, but also what types of drugs are at issue. Federal law classifies drugs in a system known as “schedules,” with Schedule I drugs being considered more dangerous than Schedule...
Drug possession crimes under Georgia law
Crimes related to the possession of drugs are serious matters under Georgia law. An individual who has been arrested on alleged drug possession charges may not know what to do or who to contact in order to help them work through the overwhelming allegations made...
Major drug bust in Georgia leads to 140 warrants
When a person commits a drug crime in Georgia they are aggressively prosecuted by law enforcement and other entities. Drug crimes are taken seriously in Georgia and someone who is convicted can face serious penalties, including jail time, fines, and a felony record. A...