Regardless of its seriousness, anyone accused of a crime possesses constitutional rights. The Georgia Supreme Court heard oral argument in one appeal involving a drug shooting conviction. Like other criminal cases, the Court’s ruling could impact the criminal defense...
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Is a public defender your best criminal defense option?
On behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Nov 23, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Criminal charges can upend nearly every aspect of your life, especially if those charges lead to a conviction. That’s why you need to be prepared to mount the most aggressive criminal defense possible given your circumstances. If your income is under a certain level,...
Two men arrested on drug charges after Valdosta car crash
On behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Nov 10, 2020 | Criminal Defense
People in Valdosta and the surrounding areas of Georgia can face criminal charges in a variety of different circumstances. Traffic arrests are frequently related to a law enforcement stop and investigation. However, one incident can lead to another and be the catalyst...
An overview of drug schedules under Georgia law
On behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Oct 12, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Are all drug crimes in Georgia treated the same? Not necessarily. Drug possession is different than drug manufacturing or trafficking. In addition, the type of drug at issue can dictate the seriousness of the crime. Georgia drug schedules Georgia law classifies drugs...
What are the field sobriety tests used in Georgia?
On behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Sep 30, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Have you ever driven by a traffic stop on the side of the road or highway? Sometimes, you’ll see a police officer putting a suspect through tests of coordination that seem odd if you don’t know what you’re looking at. These are known as field sobriety tests (FSTs),...
Possession of marijuana can carry serious penalties in Georgia
On behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Sep 25, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Since many states have decriminalized or legalized marijuana, you may think little of using it in Georgia. The state does allow medical users to possess small amounts of low THC oil. And some cities – like Atlanta and Savannah – have decriminalized low-level...
Caught driving drunk underage? Here are some things to know.
On behalf of Jody D. Peterman, LLC | Sep 24, 2020 | Criminal Defense
It may seem like no big deal to go to a house party, have a few beers and go home, especially when you are in college or in the workforce. But, if you are under 21, the consequences of drunk driving are even more serious, and the repercussions will not end with a...
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