Criminal defense

Drug schedules classify drugs based on their potential for abuse, medical use and safety. There are five schedules, with Schedule I being the most severe and Schedule V being the least. Schedule I Schedule I drugs have a high potential for abuse and no accepted...

If you are facing charges and cannot afford a private attorney, the court may appoint a public defender. While public defenders provide legal representation, some defendants may still wish to hire a private attorney. In most cases, defendants with a public defender...

If you find yourself under arrest in Georgia, you might wonder how long they can hold you without filing charges. The right to a speedy trial plays a factor in this determination as it is a crucial part of the criminal justice process. There are several factors to...

Like all crimes, drug charges fall into two main categories: misdemeanors and felonies. Although both charges are serious, they have distinct differences. Therefore, these are the differences between felony and misdemeanor drug charges. Felonies State drug laws differ...

Civil forfeiture is taking someone's property if law enforcement officers believe someone used it in a crime. Many critics believe that this is a violation of an individual's constitutional rights. Additionally, there is concern that it causes law enforcement to abuse...

Few things are as unsettling as the sound of a siren and the flash of blue lights. When the police pull you over, the results can depend on your reaction. When operating a vehicle, prepare for what you should do if law enforcement stops you. Pull over in a safe...

Prescription opioids such as Vicodin, Percocet and OxyContin are valuable treatment options when included as part of an individual’s plan for an injury or illness that requires medical pain management. However, the potency and availability of these drugs make them...

Family violence pertains to the physical, sexual, psychological, and other forms of harm inflicted on someone who is a relative, spouse, or significant other of the abuser. In family violence cases, the abuser and victim typically have to live together or share...