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...
There is not just one legal blood alcohol limit in Georgia, but three. Different categories of drivers are governed by different limits, and exceeding the applicable limit can lead to a drunk driving arrest. The court can presume that a driver was illegally impaired...
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...
Imagine que va conduciendo de regreso a casa, cuando de repente la policía de Valdosta lo detiene de forma agresiva. Le ordenan salir, lo esposan y le informan que está bajo arresto por un delito grave cometido hace apenas unas horas. Usted sabe perfectamente que es...
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...
Yes, a threat of physical violence, if made in a credible manner, can still qualify as assault under Georgia law. Under the definition for simple assault, which is a misdemeanor, physical contact is not actually necessary. If the other person reasonably believes that...
En el momento de una detención en el tráfico o una investigación policial, el miedo puede llevar a tomar malas decisiones. Muchas personas intentan esconder o tirar algún objeto pensando que así evitarán problemas. Sin embargo, en Georgia, este acto puede ser más...
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...
