Drug Convictions & Financial Aid The State of Georgia imposes very specific restrictions on high school and college students who are charged with drug-related crimes and their eligibility to receive financial aid (e.g., HOPE Scholarship, HOPE Grants, the HOPE Teacher Scholarship Loan, and the PROMISE Teacher Scholarship Loan). How Drug Convictions Affect State Financial Aid […]
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The Right to Remain Silent… How do you Exercise this Right? Getting stopped by the police, whether it is for a speeding ticket, suspicion of DUI, or even more serious matters, is a stressful event. Although such situations can be unnerving, it is important to remember that you have rights that you may exercise. When
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GA Drivers License Will Be Suspended For Felony or Misdemeanor Drug Convictions What will happen to a GA Driver’s License after a felony or misdemeanor marijuana conviction? A conviction for a misdemeanor drug offense will result in the loss of one’s GA driver’s license for a minimum of six months and as much as five
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Drivers License Suspensions in GA Affecting Teenagers and Drivers Under 21 If You Are Under 21 Your Driver License May Be Automatically Suspended The GA driver license for persons under 21 years of age will be automatically suspended as of the date of conviction for any of the following charges: Reckless driving; Aggressive driving; Purchasing
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Nolo Contendere Plea vs. Guilty Plea Persons charged with a criminal offense must understand the difference between pleading Nolo Contendere and pleading Guilty. Nolo Contendere Plea Nolo Contendere is a Latin legal term which means, “I do not wish to contend.” A Nolo contendere plea is also referred to as a plea of No Contest. In criminal
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What is Domestic Violence in Georgia? Something as simple and commonplace as a shouting match can impact your life forever. Imagine the following scenario: You are arguing with your spouse, emotions get heated, and you bump into one other as you push past each other to leave the room. Then, the next thing you know,
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What You Need to Know if it is Your First time in Court Basic Rules of Court Conduct The courtroom is a place of conservative structure and order. You should, at all times, act humble and well-mannered when in the presence of the Judge, court staff, attorneys, court officers and other persons attending court. If
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How to Expunge Criminal Records and Seal Arrest Records Why should you be concerned about your criminal record? A criminal record can negatively affect many aspects of your life such as employment opportunities, buying a home, adopting a child, voting rights, immigration status, licensing and many more. 1 in 3 people in the State of
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Know What to Do and Say When the Police Try to Speak With You Scenario: You are suspected to have some involvement in a criminal investigation. A police detective calls or confronts you to obtain information about the incident; they just want to talk. What is on the line when you talk to the police?
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Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) Points System Points System: The Department of Driver Services (DDS) point system ranges from 2 to 6 points depending on the type of citation issued. A driver who accumulates 15 points in a 24 month period will automatically have their driver license suspended. The most common citations are for
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