After an arrest, people often want to call a spouse, parent or a close friend. It is a natural reaction during a stressful situation. People naturally want to explain the situation, ask for immediate help or let loved ones know they are safe. Yet during those...
Being sentenced to probation after a criminal conviction means you’re allowed to remain in the community while being supervised by a probation officer instead of having to serve time in jail or prison. Probation comes with very strict terms that must be complied with...
Muchos propietarios de concesionarios asumen que las discrepancias en el kilometraje son asuntos civiles que se resuelven con reembolsos o demandas de protección al consumidor. En Georgia, esa suposición puede costar años de prisión. El mercado de autos usados en...
A pedestrian stop can feel unsettling, especially when you are unsure what information you must provide. Inquiries that seem simple at first can quickly raise concerns about your rights and responsibilities. One question often involves identification. Knowing when an...
The nature of charges people face for drug offenses depend on the type of substance involved. The amount of drugs and even the prior record of the defendant can influence the charges prosecutors pursue and the penalties that the courts impose. In some cases, people...
Police departments in Georgia can and do follow suspects with drones. They can also observe criminal activity, such as witnessing a drug deal or follow suspects who are fleeing from police officers. They can also use drones to act as first responders in many...
Going live or hitting record during a police encounter has become a common form of personal documentation. In fact, many Georgia residents pull out their phones to protect themselves and preserve a clear record of events. But filming an officer does not always come...
Many impaired driving arrests in Georgia involve alcohol use, but not all of them. It is very important for drivers to understand that they could face charges even if they have not been drinking at all. One way that this can happen is if someone has been using...
If police officers want to enter or search a private residence, they must comply with the law. The Fourth Amendment prohibits unreasonable searches -- making warrants necessary for searches and forced entry into a home in most circumstances. However, the law does...
The short answer is yes, sometimes they can, but only if the warrant legally allows it or an exception applies. Digital devices are not treated casually under the law. Here’s what controls whether officers can examine your computer during a house search in Georgia....
