Juvenile delinquency is on the rise in Georgia, particularly in Atlanta and surrounding areas. In fact, AJC reports that the juvenile crime rate in Fulton County reached 15 times that of the national average. “Slider” crimes at gas stations reportedly make up the main...
Domestic violence allegations occur in Georgia daily. In some cases, it comes down to the equivalent of, “he said, she said.” If the individuals involved are a couple, going through a divorce or already separated, the alleged abuse can affect the court’s custody and...
Whenever there is talk about drug crimes and drug laws in Georgia, there is usually talk about racism. Many people believe there is a link between the arrest and conviction of someone for drugs and his or her race. This is something that can often be seen in...
When a young driver is charged with driving under the influence, their current life may change in various ways, and their future may be heavily impacted as well. As a parent, it is your job to watch out for your children, even when they make mistakes. Sometimes,...
The whole process of getting a DUI charge and then going through the conviction process is stressful. Carrying out your sentence may be unsettling. Once all is said and done, though, you need to pick up the pieces and carry on with your life in Georgia. A DUI...
Victims of domestic violence, known as “family violence” here in Georgia, may be less concerned with the reasons for the violence and more concerned with how to escape the violence. While understandable, digging into the roots of this brand of violence is key to...
While every state has its own laws regarding drug use and possession, many states have decriminalized marijuana. Georgia, however, is not one of those states, despite the fact that if you have a severe medical condition, you may be able to apply for medical marijuana....
Georgia maintains some of the nation's strictest drug possession laws. Individuals who receive a drug-related conviction may face fines and even prison time, along with a mandatory six-month license suspension for the first offense and longer suspensions for...
Attending school every day is important for students to gain the education they need. Because of this, there are laws about school attendance in Georgia that every student must follow. Since parents are in control of their children, they are also held to certain...
Georgia law uses the term “family violence” instead of domestic violence. According to the law, family violence can occur between family members or unmarried partners. The goal of the Georgia criminal code is to protect victims from physical, emotional and sexual...