Gwinnett County Criminal Defense Law Blog
Landlord-tenant dispute swiftly becomes SWAT incident
Many police alerts seem routine when the alarm is first called in, but even mundane incidents can quickly escalate into armed standoff between police and one or more suspects who may have automatic weapons. A recent incident in Lawrenceville started out as a...
GBI on gangs and drug trafficking in Georgia
A massive drug bust out of Pickens County back in June 2020 brought to light the sheer magnitude of the gang and drug trafficking problem in the state of Georgia. That investigation took place over the span of 10 months, and culminated in the arrest of 50 people and...
What are the penalties for DUI in Georgia?
Drivers in Georgia must take a breath test if asked to do so by law enforcement during a traffic stop. You can receive a charge of driving under the influence if you show obvious signs of impairment or if your blood alcohol content exceeds 0.08%. If you are facing a...
Don’t overlook the importance of the child custody evaluation
There’s a lot on the line when the custody of your child is in dispute. The outcome of these matters can affect the safety and wellbeing of your child as well as your relationship with him or her. Although many parents in Georgia are able to negotiate resolutions to...
Can I challenge a breathalyzer test?
When faced with drunk driving charges, accused drivers may be wondering what they can do and if there is anything they can do about a breathalyzer test. Accused drivers face a litany of potential penalties and consequences associated with DUI charges which is why they...
Can I be charged with DUI if my BAC is below the legal limit?
Summer is here, and there are a seemingly endless of reasons to have a drink. You may be at the beach, at happy hour or at a family reunion and decide to have a beer or two. However, when one or two leads to four or more and you decide to drive home after drinking,...
What is a no-fault divorce?
Marriages end for a lot of different reasons, but not all couples want to talk about their private challenges and conflicts in court. The state of Georgia recognizes some grounds for divorce based on fault, but when petitioners use them as the bases of their divorces...
Prescription drugs commonly abused in Georgia
Drug abuse not only involves illicit substances but also prescription medications. Because doctors prescribe these drugs for legitimate medical uses, it may be easier for people to divert and distribute them for recreational use. There are several classes...
What is a postnuptial agreement?
Prenuptial agreements have appeared in the news and are intended to ensure an equitable property division if a couple divorces. A postnuptial agreement is a similar legal contract that is executed after marriage. These also help couples, regardless of their income,...
Gwinnett County man arrested in internet child molestation case
A 36-year-old Gwinnett County man was arrested in Woodstock, GA on Tuesday, April 21st. He was charged with 13 separate criminal counts including attempted child molestation, sexual exploitation of a child, eight counts of obscene internet contact with a minor, and...
