Most people are aware of the dangers of driving under the influence, including traffic fatalities and injuries. That said, drunk and drugged driving is a growing threat. Whether you were impaired or sober, being pulled over and arrested on suspicion of drunk or...
Understanding Georgia’s Marijuana Possession Laws Marijuana is illegal in Georgia; as such, marijuana possession laws are strict. Even if you’re not a Georgia resident, you may be convicted if you get caught with possession of marijuana in the state. Have you been...
What happens in a domestic violence court case? Occasionally, a domestic violence dispute can be settled outside of court. But what happens in a domestic violence court case in Georgia? Domestic (family) violence charges are treated very seriously in Georgia and may...
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...
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...
Have you been arrested for simple battery in Georgia? If you have been arrested on simple battery charges in Georgia, you need a criminal defense lawyer who understands the severity of the charges you face. Contact my Savannah law firm at 912-656-5996 to protect...
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