Criminal Defense

While eyewitness evidence can often be a crucial element in a criminal trial, it also has proven to be unreliable in many cases, with DNA evidence leading to some convictions being overturned. Efforts to make eyewitness identification, including police lineups, more...

Each year, many burglaries, robberies and thefts happen in the United States. If you're facing charges for one of these crimes in Georgia, it's beneficial to learn how they differ from one another. Here is a closer look at the differences between burglary, theft and...

Drug laws are often inconsistent among certain states, and psilocybin mushrooms are a prime example of that variation. Denver and Oakland are actually two cities that have made them legal within local jurisdictions. Additionally, they are not abundant across the...

The police may stop someone on the street or pull a vehicle over and perform a search. Although an arrest may follow, the charges could end up dismissed if the police didn't have probable cause to perform the search. When law enforcement officials lack or outright...

People in Georgia need to know their rights when it comes to dealing with the police. One of the most common ways that the public comes into contact with the police is during traffic stops. Drivers should understand that if they're pulled over for suspicion of DUI,...

Everyone in Georgia should understand what their rights are when it comes to police interactions. Many Americans have misconceptions about what they are allowed to do when they are approached by police officers. They may also lack understanding about the obligations...

Georgia residents who are arrested for possession of drugs can face life-changing charges. Formulating a drug possession defense starts with understanding the specific circumstances regarding a case. While it's highly advisable that you always seek help from an...

A credible witness could be of value to prosecutors. Not all eyewitnesses are credible, and some may even suffer from faulty recollections. Successful challenges of eyewitness testimony might lead to a defendant leaving a Georgia courtroom with a "not guilty" verdict....

If you suspect that the police have a warrant out for your arrest in Georgia, it's better to find out as soon as possible than wait for the police to find you. Depending on the jurisdiction, you might be able to get information about a potential warrant over the...

Convictions at trial may hinge on how concrete the evidence proving guilt is. Insufficient evidence could lead to charges getting dismissed or even dropped. Law enforcement frequently procures evidence during a search. Georgia law defines what makes a search legal. If...