Police officers carry portable breath tests, which they may use if they think that a driver is intoxicated. These are often not admissible in court, but they may show the officer that the driver should be taken to the station for a more extensive test. To avoid...
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Three ways you can commit fraud without even knowing it
Fraud is a class of crimes characterized by the procurement of money or property by trickery or deception. While some people commit fraud with meaningful intent, some commit such crimes without even knowing they were in the wrong. Following are three ways you can...
Exaggerating an insurance claim can lead to fraud charges
There was a terrible storm that pulled up one corner of your roof and caused a leak. Your homeowner's insurance will cover the cost to repair the affected area. However, your brother-in-law runs a roofing and drywall company. He suggests that the two of you exaggerate...
When people start “making merry,” the police start looking for drunk drivers
The holiday season is rapidly approaching. For a lot of people, this is the season of indulgences. They spend more time relaxing, they eat more and they drink more. That last activity, in particular, can lead to problems -- like a drunk driving charge. The authorities...
You have no privacy from the law when it comes to your trash
The police suspect that you’re involved in drug crimes, but they don’t have enough to get a warrant. They can’t come into your house, and you’ve turned them away when they’ve asked permission to enter. Then, one day, your camera records officers searching through your...
Crossing the guard line in Georgia: How to get into big trouble, very fast
Maybe your boyfriend is sitting in jail because he can’t afford bail, but you think that the charges are utterly bogus. Worse, your boyfriend’s anxiety is (naturally) through the roof, and the jail doctor won’t let him have his Xanax. You decide to sneak a couple of...
An officer can pull you over without evidence
Do not assume that an officer needs evidence to make a traffic stop. They don’t. All they actually need is reasonable suspicion. This is a much lower standard and can be met when you have not actually done anything wrong. For instance, say you are driving with your...
What is a white collar crime?
Criminal charges that have to do with fraud, financial deceit and similar factors are white collar crimes. There are many different charges that fall under the umbrella of white collar crime so understanding some of the more common ones might be beneficial. Some of...
Why would a cop think a driver is intoxicated?
Georgia law forbids drivers from operating a vehicle when they’re impaired. This can come from a host of causes, including alcohol, prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications and illegal substances. Regardless of what causes a driver to be impaired, they can...
Social media post leads to arrest in Georgia for drugs, weapons
A word to the wise: If you’re doing something illegal, it might be wiser to keep a low-profile. It’s also smart to know your rights if the police come knocking on your door with a bunch of questions. According to a recent report, Statesboro police officers went to The...
