Child custody is often a critical topic in Georgia divorce proceedings. That is because many people elect to divorce while their children are minors and under their care. When parents divorce, they must ensure that their kids will have provided for and supported once...
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Your custody rights as a father
As a divorcing father, you may have concerns about child custody. Maintaining a good relationship with your kids is important to you and important for them. The good news is, judges often recognize that fathers play a crucial role in their children’s lives. Courts are...
Labor Day blitz of DUI and traffic offenses cited in Georgia
Georgia law enforcement is vigilant about trying to catch drivers who may be under the influence and are committing traffic violations year-round. However, there are certain times when more vehicles are on the road and there is a law enforcement blitz to catch drivers...
How can family violence allegations affect custody, visitation?
Many divorces and other separations happen because one of the parents or the child has been a victim of domestic violence at the hands of the other parent. While comparatively rare, there are also plenty of incidents in which one parent will falsely accuse the other...
What is considered domestic abuse under the law?
Domestic violence charges can have significant consequences and repercussions for accused individuals who may be unable to return to their homes or may lose certain rights such as firearms rights. It is helpful for those facing domestic violence allegations and...
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...