Possession of Schedule I Drugs
For teenagers and young adults, a felony drug conviction can throw life off course—sometimes irreparably. Possessing even small quantities of drugs can lead to years in prison, probation and a permanent criminal record. That’s why it’s so important for young people...
PreTrial Diversion Programs
For many young people, new freedoms, pressure from friends and the desire to take risks will lead to a mistake or two. It’s part of growing up and becoming more mature. But some mistakes come with steeper consequences than others: consequences that can limit an...
Juvenile Theft and Burglary Laws in Georgia
Because the juvenile court system operates to rehabilitate kids who’ve been involved in crimes, sometimes families underestimate the seriousness of potential punishments. Much comes down to the decisions of the juvenile court judge, the specifics of the incident and...
Understanding Under 21 DUIs
In Georgia, DUIs are serious for any driver, but for people under 21, the consequences can be particularly steep—even without actual impairment. That’s because an under 21 driver in Georgia can be arrested for DUI with only a small amount of alcohol in their system....
Should I Be Concerned About My Teenager’s Ticket?
Teenage and young adult drivers are at a significantly higher risk of committing a traffic violation and receiving a ticket than older drivers are. According to the CDC, teens are more likely to speed, and they have the lowest rate of seat belt use. Pair those factors...
What People 21 and Under Should Know About Getting Pulled Over
One of the largest milestones of a teenager’s life is earning the right to drive. In the excitement of getting their license, young drivers often test the limits of their new freedom. What often gets lost in the excitement is an acknowledgment of the penalties...
Don’t Make These Mistakes After You’ve Been Arrested
From the moment an officer detains you, whether or not you’ve been read your Miranda rights, there are a handful of things that you absolutely should not do; actions that can constitute major mistakes. Because everything you say may be used against you, these missteps...
What to Know About Your Teen and Their Miranda Rights
Concerned parents understandably have a lot of questions after their child has been arrested. For our firm, many of the questions revolve around Miranda rights. Parents want to know whether their child’s rights were communicated properly, whether their child knew that...
