Monthly Archives: July 2025
When Impairment Matters More Than BAC: Navigating Georgia’s “Less Safe” Statute
In the State of Georgia, DUI extends beyond simply having a blood-alcohol level of 0.08% or more. You can be charged under a statute known as “DUI Less Safe” (O.C.G.A. § 40-6-391(a)(1)). This statute focuses on whether or not the driver’s ability to operate their vehicle has been compromised by drugs or alcohol. BAC… Read More »
Drug Possession Crimes in Georgia
The State of Georgia’s drug possession crimes mirror the federal statutes closely. Drugs are divided into one of five “schedules” based on recognized medical uses and their capacity for abuse. These include drugs like cocaine, heroin, and methamphetamine, as well as many of the compounds used to produce them. In this article, the Smyrna… Read More »
How Does Law Enforcement Know That You “Intended to Distribute” Illegal Drugs in Georgia?
The State of Georgia doesn’t mess around when it comes to drug crimes. The majority of simple possession charges are felonies under our laws. If you’re facing drug charges in Cobb County, you may wonder how police officers differentiate between simple possession charges and drug dealing charges (intent to distribute). How can law enforcement… Read More »
Arrested On Fourth of July Weekend for DUI? What You Need to Do Next
The Fourth of July is coming. It is a time for celebration. It is also a time to be safe. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that DUI crashes (and arrests) spike during the Fourth of July holiday period. If you were arrested, it is imperative that you know how to protect… Read More »
What is “Constructive Possession” As It Relates to Georgia Drug Charges?
They say “possession” is nine-tenths of the law. It’s true that there has been a lot of consideration given to the matter of possession under the law. It sometimes happens that a Georgia resident is charged with drug possession when the drugs were found on the person of another individual or in a neutral… Read More »