People in Georgia receive prescriptions for controlled substances to help them manage pain, overcome psychiatric issues and/or reduce the frequency and severity of seizures that they experience. There are drugs for all kinds of symptoms and maladies, many of which...
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Misdemeanors vs. felonies: Considering your future
Criminal offenses can be divided into numerous categories, but it often starts with misdemeanors vs. felonies. These are the two general classes of crimes that someone can be accused of in most states. Misdemeanors are usually less serious, and they risk less strict...
What should you know about property crimes in Georgia?
Theft crimes in Georgia are typically divided into categories based on the ways in which a theft occurs and the value of the property involved. Property values that are higher can result in more serious charges that have more serious consequences. In most...
When do you have grounds to request a custody modification?
When the Georgia family courts approve a parenting plan or create a custody order, they expect both parents to abide by the order. From the general breakdown of your parenting time to the way that you handle birthdays and holidays, the plan will include numerous...
Paternity testing is part of the child support process
For some families, child support matters are very simple. A married couple divorces and quickly agrees to a specific amount of support. Other times, the situation is more complicated than that. Both parents have certain rights under Georgia state law, as well as...
Common causes of drug offenses
Methamphetamine, cocaine, heroin and fentanyl are all drugs restricted at a state and federal level. These drugs have a high potential for drug abuse and addiction and can cause users to suffer psychological and physical dependence. Drugs are put into five different...
3 steps to take after an arrest to prepare for your defense
It is common for people to panic when the police put them in handcuffs or in the backseat of a cruiser. They may worry about what kind of interrogation they will experience or about what being in state custody will mean for their jobs. If you already know what steps...
Why should I hire a criminal defense lawyer?
If you’re facing charges, it’s necessary to think about how you can defend yourself. One of the first steps you may want to take is to hire a criminal defense lawyer, so you can gain a better understanding of the law and everything that will affect your case. It pays...
Can a criminal defense lawyer reduce your sentence?
For many people accused of a criminal offense, the tendency is to focus on the worst-case scenario right away. They start to imagine what will happen if they get convicted and sentenced to the maximum penalties for the charges they face. There is typically a lot left...
3 common custody worries parents have when considering divorce
Divorce means big changes for your entire family and your daily life. Inevitably, if you share children with your spouse, there will be concerns about what the change in your relationship might mean for the relationship with your children. Many parents who put off...