Under Georgia law, people who are convicted of driving under the influence of drugs or who plead guilty to it have their driver's licenses suspended. So do those who are found guilty of driving under the influence of alcohol. However, judges have the power to allow...
A traffic stop for suspicion of driving under the influence is nothing to take lightly. Even if you're sober, it's not a good time to say or do the wrong thing, because the wrong approach can lead to serious consequences. Many people struggle to find the right thing...
Many people associate domestic violence-related charges with older people -- or at least those past college-age. However, relationships can become volatile at any age.University of Georgia (UGA) football player Devonte Wyatt was arrested last month at a dormitory on...
Teenagers can and will make mistakes, with some of them more serious than others. For example, if your teen was arrested for shoplifting, you'll want to learn more about the circumstances and the next steps in the process.To start, speak with your teen to better...
Your teen had been dreaming about getting their driver's license for years. You logged countless hours with them in the car preparing for their road test. They know the rules of the road forwards and backwards. Then they did something they swore to you they would...
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...
Many people in Georgia and across the country see obtaining a driver's license as a rite of passage. When your child got to the age of 16 and could drive away on his or her own, you likely felt a number of mixed emotions. You probably felt proud, anxious, worried and...
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...
Too often, people end up getting arrested for driving under the influence because they felt they were better able to drive than a friend who had consumed even more alcohol. However, you should never prevent a friend from driving drunk by taking the wheel yourself if...
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...
