In late May, Georgia authorities announced that they recently broke up a major drug ring that had been operating in Statesboro. The raid led to the arrest of three individuals and the seizure of multiple types of drugs. According to local media reports, the Statesboro...
Individuals in Georgia and most other states who are caught trying to sell a controlled substance will likely be taken into custody. Those who attempt to sell marijuana may also face penalties even though it has been approved for medical and limited recreational use...
A drug arrest in Georgia can carry with it serious consequences if there is a conviction. This can impact a person at any age whether it is a teen or an adult. When that is combined with traffic offenses including fleeing law enforcement, the person should be...
In Georgia, drug charges may begin with a traffic stop if a police officer is citing a vehicle for a violation when they observe evidence of drug possession. A well-known rapper and his friend were recently arrested for drug charges, weapons charges and traffic...
Alcohol and marijuana are still the most common substances used by teens. However, as it's become increasingly common for kids to be prescribed drugs like Adderall and various pain killers and mood stabilizers, more are becoming addicted to them. A study by the...
Products containing CBD have become mainstream. Lotions, oils, coffee and even dog treats containing CBD are marketed as a treatment for pain and anxiety. CBD comes from hemp plants. Although marijuana comes from the same plant family, most CBD products contain...
Everyone makes mistakes, but if a lapse in judgment results in your arrest for drug possession, it's critical that you take the steps necessary to protect your legal rights. The strategy you use to fight drug possession charges depends on the circumstances of your...
Your child's a good kid. Unfortunately, you can't say the same thing about some of their friends. Maybe you trust their friends, but they're talking about driving to Fort Lauderdale for spring break. Who knows what kind of people they'll run in to? You've seen those...
Many teens and young adults may have been exposed to marijuana, and many others probably have a friend or at least know somebody who uses the drug. Especially with social attitudes toward marijuana changing, many young people may use the drug themselves on occasions....
Many prosecutions for drug charges begin with a traffic stop. What happens during this stressful experience can have a major impact on a person's ability to effectively defend themselves against drug charges later on. Stop the vehicle as quickly as possible after...
