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CDL Disqualifications in Georgia

CDL Disqualifications in Georgia

The demand for commercial truck drivers is high, but a conviction on your driving record could lead to cdl disqualifications in Georgia. A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is required if you plan to operate certain specialized vehicles such as buses, heavy, oversized...
Is Shoplifting a Crime Involving Moral Turpitude?

Is Shoplifting a Crime Involving Moral Turpitude?

A criminal offense classified as a crime involving moral turpitude is a common reason for a noncitizen to be placed into removal proceedings. The Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) generally defines a theft offense for which a sentence of at least one year is...
DUI Conviction and Immigration Status

DUI Conviction and Immigration Status

A DUI conviction that is a Crime of Moral Turpitude can lead to inadmissibility or deportation for a non-U.S. citizen. A DUI can be a “Crime of Moral Turpitude” (“CIMT”) if there were aggravating factors. Aggravating factors that can turn DUI into a CIMT involve, for...
Driving on a Suspended License in Georgia

Driving on a Suspended License in Georgia

Driving on a suspended license in Georgia is a serious charge and carries with it the possibility of severe penalties.  You may not even be aware that your license is suspended until you get stopped. It’s in your best interest not to plead guilty without speaking...