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Possession of illicit drugs in Georgia can lead to serious criminal charges. Those convicted of drug possession in Georgia could see 10 to 30 years behind bars and face up to $5,000 in fines depending on the amount of a substance and its quality. Suspects may be...
The United States Constitution provides specific rights to people. Some of these relate to the criminal justice system. For example, the Fifth Amendment gives individuals the right to avoid self-incrimination. Police officers must inform people about their right to...
Most people have some idea of their rights if law enforcement officers show up at their door. They know that officers typically need a resident’s permission to come in and look around unless they have a search warrant that details where they can search and what items...
Most people have heard the Miranda warning at least a few times in their lives. It often features prominently in movies and television shows involving the police. The first component of the Miranda warning is the right to remain silent. People do not need to implicate...
People often face drug possession charges when they are caught using, manufacturing or dealing illicit drugs. Someone might be caught in possession of drugs, for example, if there was a search warrant on a car or home or if the person was seen using drugs...
Not so very long ago, hazing was considered part of pledging a fraternity, joining a sports team or being accepted into an elite club. In recent years, however, it seems like we’ve seen more incidents of hazing rituals and pranks gone horribly wrong. Most of the...
Sometimes, police officers happen to be nearby when something criminal happens, and they can very quickly take action to arrest someone for an assault or a shoplifting attempt. Other times, police officers investigate suspected criminal activity after a report has...
As the crisis of fatal drug overdoses has worsened throughout the country, many states have enacted what are commonly known as “Good Samaritan” laws that provide some immunity from arrest and prosecution to people who call 911 or otherwise seek emergency help for...
Despite the simplicity of slogans like “just say no,” the actual rules related to drug crimes are very complex. The average person in Georgia may not even know exactly what drugs the state has prohibited and which ones are subject to specific controls implemented by...
In Valdosta, Georgia, drug crimes can result in felony charges depending on the type and amount of drugs involved. Felony drug charges carry severe consequences, including long prison sentences, hefty fines and a criminal record that can affect a person's future...