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...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
A minor in possession of alcohol charge (MIP) is no slap on the wrist. This is a criminal charge that can not only result in multiple penalties if convicted but also remain on your record for life, depending on the circumstances. WHAT IS MIP? In Georgia, anyone under...
Tooltip TextIt’s almost impossible not to be nervous when you see blue lights behind you. Your mind is either racing to figure what you did wrong, or you’re wondering how bad your ticket is going to be. In this moment, a lot of officers are counting on your anxiety to...
Seventeen-year-olds may soon be tried as juveniles rather than adults for most crimes in Georgia. In early March, the Georgia House passed HB 272, which raises the adult criminal age from 17 to 18 with the exception of certain violent or gang-related crimes. The bill...
Even if you didn’t know your friend had marijuana in the car, a police officer can charge you with possession of an illegal substance. Watch as Paul Ghanouni of Ghanouni Teen & Young Adult Defense Firm explains the difference between actual possession and...
