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What to Look for in an Attorney for Your Child
It can be a parent’s worst nightmare. A phone call in the middle of the night alerts them to the fact that their child has been arrested. Most parents will do anything they can to come to the aid of their children, but some are not sure where to start. If your child has… Read More »
New Precedent Set for Dog Bite Cases
Dog bites can result in a variety of mild to severe soft tissue injuries, ranging from lacerations to nerve damage and, in some cases, even broken bones. For those who have been attacked, the incident often ranks as one of the scariest experiences in their lives. Recently, the Georgia Supreme Court made a decision… Read More »
Do Cameras Reduce Crime Rates?
If you will be in Buckhead in the future, be sure to look up and see if you notice anything new. The police are planning on installing 50 new cameras in the area, all in an effort to reduce crime. Various parts of the neighborhoods will have eyes in the sky, albeit electronic eyes…. Read More »
A Look at Public Intoxication in Georgia
In some areas, being drunk in public isn’t exactly legal, but isn’t exactly frowned upon either, provided the intoxicated person is behaving themselves. In places like Las Vegas and even the French Quarter, drinking in public in certain areas is permissible. What about Georgia? Here at home, public intoxication, or being drunk in public,… Read More »
An Overview of Juvenile Court
When an adult is arrested, it is understandable that they experience anxiety. When a child is arrested, the parents may experience a variety of emotions, ranging from fear to anger to confusion. Part of the fear of having a child arrested is a misconception or lack of knowledge about juvenile court. If you have… Read More »
Are DUI Checkpoints Constitutional?
You may never have run across a DUI checkpoint, but you have heard of them. Law enforcement agencies in Georgia and beyond run these checkpoints as a way to get drunk drivers off the road. While many people feel that these are an appropriate safety measure, others question the legality of what can amount… Read More »
Best Valentine’s Day Spots in Atlanta
Valentine’s Day is a day for lovers. It can be difficult to find just the right thing to do or the way to impress your sweetie. If you live in Atlanta, you’re in luck. There is no shortage of romantic things to do this holiday. Whether you choose to celebrate on Tuesday evening or… Read More »
How Do Past Convictions Impact My Case?
It is not unusual for people arrested and charged with a crime to wonder how much of an impact their criminal history will have on their impending case. Whether or not a person’s criminal past is allowed to be used as evidence in a trial depends on a number of things. One of the… Read More »
What to Say to the Cop Who Pulls You Over for DUI
You have been pulled over, and a police officer approaches your window. You roll it down and the first thing the officer asks you is if you have been drinking. The way that you answer could have a great impact on not only the way you are treated, but on the outcome of your… Read More »
What Goes On a Criminal Record?
Apply for a job and you may be asked to sign for permission for the company to conduct a criminal background check. This can be nerve-wracking, even if you’ve never been arrested. Imagine if you know that you’ve had a run in or two with the law. Knowing what is included on a person’s… Read More »