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A Moultrie Observer article recently described the arrest of a man for drug violations in Colquitt County. The man was charged with the Georgia drug crime of possession and intent to distribute marijuana and white pills known as Hydrocodone. The arrest began as a routine traffic stop when an officer on patrol noticed that the driver’s tag light was not working and made the stop.

The officer spoke to the driver when a second officer with a K-9 unit arrived and had his dog check the outside of the vehicle for illegal substances. The dog indicated that there were illegal substances and the officers had the man step out of the vehicle. They then conducted a search of the man and found a bag of marijuana in his pocket. The officers then searched the vehicle and allegedly found three more bags of marijuana in the vehicle with white Hyrdrocodone pills inside. The man was taken to prison where it was determined that the pills were Hydrocodone.

Charges for the possession and intent to distribute illegal substances in Georgia can have steep penalties. These include anything from prison time, probation, rehabilitation programs to community service. One can even lose certain civil liberties, such as the right to own a fire arm and even the right to vote. When facing such serious charges, it is of the utmost importance that the civil rights of the accused are upheld and that those rights were never violated in process of the arrest.

If you or someone you know is being prosecuted for a Georgia drug related charge, please call a knowledgeable, skilled Atlanta drug possession defense attorney from Conaway & Strickler, P.C. for help. We have years of experience in developing strong, solid cases for our clients who have been accused of a drug related crime. We will ensure that your rights are protected, and we will aggressively defend you in a court of law. For a free consultation, please call us at 1-800-536-1740 to learn more about your legal rights and how we can help you receive the fair trial that you deserve.

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A recent Atlanta Crime Examiner article reports that a female Fulton County jailer has been convicted of using excessive force against a handcuffed inmate. Apparently the woman hit the inmate with a milk crate and has been charged with a felony as a result.

Atlanta’s federal court determined that the 41-year-old violated the civil rights of the inmate and that she will now serve as an inmate for at least three months in federal prison. In addition, the convicted woman will serve three months of home confinement to be followed by three years of supervised release and will perform 120 hours of community service.

Aggravated assault in Georgia is categorized as a form of criminal conduct under violent crimes. While felony violent offenses often involve aggravated assault and impose serious consequences upon a convicted individual, more severe penalties exist for those convicted of murder and manslaughter crimes. Whether a crime is deemed a misdemeanor or a felony is typically based on the level of punishment connected to the offense.

If you or someone you know has been charged with a violent crime in Georgia, you should strongly consider getting in touch with an aggressive and highly knowledgeable Atlanta violent crime defense lawyer. At Conaway & Strickler, P.C., our Georgia experienced criminal defense law firm has been defending the rights of individuals accused of a wide range of offenses for years. Time is of the essence in building a strong and effective criminal case. Contact us today for a free consultation by calling 1-800-536-1740.

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A recent wsbtv.com article reports that one individual is in critical condition and another has sustained a shot to the hip after fleeing the scene of an alleged home robbery. Apparently, the Gwinnett County double shooting occurred after the homeowner discovered the two individuals on the property. After being shot at and hit by the homeowner, the individuals got into their car, but they didn’t make it far. The vehicle crashed into a ditch and the injured individuals were taken to a local hospital. The article mentions that the robbery and shooting may have been motivated by drugs.

The Bureau of Justice Services defines robbery as, “Completed or attempted theft, directly from a person, of property or cash by force or threat of force, with or without a weapon, and with or without injury.”

While this above incident has several complex factors, such as the potential involvement of drugs and the role of the homeowner in the encounter, every individual arrested for a crime has valid Constitutional rights. If law enforcement violates any of these rights during arrest or interrogation procedures, then charges against an individual may be dropped.

Facing robbery or theft crime charges in Georgia is not an easy thing to experience. Some robbery charges may be coupled with charges for assault, weapons possession, and violent crimes such as murder. Fortunately, experienced Atlanta criminal lawyers are available to provide legal guidance and representation to ensure that an individual’s rights are properly defended. If you or someone you care about has been charged with a crime in Atlanta, contact the skilled Georgia defense attorneys at Conaway & Strickler, P.C. today for more information about your legal rights.

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A www.accessnorthga.com article addresses the recent arrest of three Gainesville men for several drug charges relating to trafficking cocaine, conspiracy to traffic cocaine, possession of cocaine with the intent to distribute, and use of a communications device to facilitate a drug transaction. Based on the article, after an undercover drug investigation involving the local gang task force, the FBI and the Gainesville Police Department, the men were arrested for allegedly possessing over six pounds of cocaine. The arrested men are all in their twenties and have a full life ahead of them to live.

Facing drug charges in Georgia for multiple offenses, especially those involving drug trafficking and possession with the intent to distribute, can lead to several harsh and life-changing consequences if an individual is convicted. Some of these serious penalties may include prison time, serving probation, steep fines, mandatory drug rehabilitation programs, community service, and loss of certain civil liberties such as the right to own a handgun, the right to vote, and the ability to obtain some kinds of employment.

When multiple drug arrests are made due to undercover operations, some may question the legality of arrest procedure and whether the rights of arrested individuals were violated in any way. If you or someone you know has been charged with a drug crime in Georgia, the aggressive and knowledgeable Atlanta drug crime defense attorneys at Conaway, Strickler, & Margolis, P.C. can help. Our criminal defense lawyers have years of experience thoroughly investigating drug crimes and building strong cases for our clients. Call 1-800-536-1740 for a free consultation and to learn more about how we can defend your rights.

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