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Sept. 30, 2022

Equivalent to the rest of the country, Georgia is facing a rise in overdose deaths from opioids, specifically fentanyl and other drugs, even prescription drug clones, that are laced with deadly doses of fentanyl. In June 2022, after a seven-month investigation, a 34-year-old Georgia man was charged with felony murder and other drug-related crimes.

Aug. 26, 2022

The Substance Abuse Research Council (SARA), an alliance of more than 60 researchers and practitioners, issued a White Paper in 2017 declaring that “opioid and heroin use in Georgia seriously threatens the health, prosperity and general wellbeing of Georgians throughout the state, across almost all sectors of life and work.”

July 8, 2022

In Georgia, it is illegal for a motorist to operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or illicit drugs. Depending on the number of prior convictions and other surrounding circumstances, a Georgia DUI conviction may result in hefty fines, lengthy imprisonment, and other license-related consequences.

June 15, 2022

If you were arrested for possessing drugs that were not yours, you might feel frustrated because of the injustice. However, if you are facing criminal charges for drugs that did not belong to you, telling the police that “the drugs were not mine!” may not be enough to avoid a conviction.

April 23, 2022

While a traffic violation might seem like a minor offense, the potential consequences can become harsher as you accumulate more points. Many people choose to hire an attorney to help them with their tickets and advise them on their options.

April 12, 2022

Traffic violation offenses in Georgia may include speeding, aggressive driving, failure to obey traffic-control devices, driving under the influence, unlawful passing of a school bus, running a stop sign, and distracted driving.

Feb. 25, 2022

Domestic violence is about a power dynamic. One person with a household or intimate relationship with another exerts physical, emotional, or sexual control. The alleged violence does not need to occur.

Feb. 8, 2022

Being accused of domestic violence is a serious situation that requires immediate legal counsel. From the moment you get charged with domestic violence, your life can change in an instant.

Jan. 13, 2022

Every state in the country protects the right of a person to defend themselves or someone else when at imminent risk of bodily harm. Some states adhere to the “Castle Doctrine,” others to “Stand Your Ground,” and others by letting a judge or jury decide.

Jan. 11, 2022

People get arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) in Georgia every day. State laws show little mercy for those who get behind the wheel of the car with a blood alcohol content (BAC) over the legal limit or while under the influence of substances that impair their ability to operate a vehicle safely.