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A Rundown of Georgia Gun Laws
Every state in the nation has laws surrounding firearms, and Georgia is no different. State laws dictate when you need a license, where you are permitted to carry your weapon and the different consequences of breaking any gun laws. Here is what the state of Georgia has to say about your right to own… Read More »
A Brief Look at Federal Drug Classification
Drugs, certain chemicals and some substances are divided into categories. These five categories are divided in such a way that each drug in the category has the same acceptable medical use, potential for abuse and possible dependency. The most important factor in determining which category a drug will be placed in is its potential… Read More »
Not All Domestic Violence is the Same
Domestic violence is a serious crime. Victims of abuse may deal with lifelong issues, both mental and physical, after suffering at the hands of a batterer. Those charged with the crime may spend time in prison, pay thousands in fines, and find it difficult to find future employment. Many have a picture that appears… Read More »
The Difference Between Assault and Battery
In Cobb County, like all other areas of Georgia, assault and battery are two separate crimes, despite many using the terms synonymously or in conjunction with one another, as in “assault and battery.” Either crime can be classified as a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the circumstances surrounding the incident. Simple Assault Simple… Read More »
Woman with History of DUI Strikes Cyclist
Police say that a woman who was arrested for causing the death of one cyclist and injuring two others has been arrested twice for driving under the influence of drugs in the past three months. The most recent arrest was just under three weeks ago. According to reports of the accident, Whitney Baker Howard,… Read More »
The Spizman Firm Driving High? The Potalyzer Can Tell
More states today are legalizing the use of marijuana, either for medical or recreational purposes. As the legal use of the drug grows, lawmakers and enforcement officials worry about what will happen when more people drive under the influence of marijuana. Up until now, there was no reliable test to determine whether someone had… Read More »
Florida State Coach Arrested for DUI
Vic Viloria, a strength and conditioning coach with Florida State University, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in late August. According to reports released by Tallahassee Police, Viloria was discovered to be passed out at a traffic light. Viloria was sitting in the driver’s seat of his truck. Police were able… Read More »
Drunk Driver Arrested Without Pants
A dashcam video was recently released in which a woman from Michigan is seen being arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol. Seeing someone arrested on dashcam is nothing new. Watching someone be arrested without their pants, however, is rare. Samantha Alfaro, 23, was pulled over by police in Troy, Michigan…. Read More »
Former NFL Player Strikes Police Car While Drunk
Lawrence Taylor used to be one of the most feared defensive players in the National Football League. He played for 13 seasons with the New York Giants, made it to the Pro Bowl 10 times, won the Super Bowl twice, and was given a place in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1999,… Read More »
DUI Enforcement Initiative Being Launched in Georgia
There is an effort across the nation aiming to get drunk drivers off of the road. The initiative kicked off in Georgia before Labor Day in an effort to make the state safe for the holiday weekend. As families gathered to celebrate the “official” end to summer, police and other law enforcement officials joined… Read More »