Category Archives: Drug Possession
Felony vs. Misdemeanor Drug Possession in Georgia: What the Prosecutor Will Use Against You
If you’ve just been charged with drug possession in Georgia, it’s perfectly normal to feel afraid or overwhelmed. This is especially true when nobody’s telling you whether it’s a misdemeanor or a felony. That part alone can throw you off. The difference is not just legal jargon. It’s your life. A misdemeanor might mean… Read More »
The Consequences of a Georgia Drug Possession Arrest for Someone Already Charged or Convicted of DUI
The State of Georgia takes DUI and drug possession charges very seriously. It can be even worse when those two charges overlap. In other words, if you’re charged with a prior DUI and later arrested for drug possession, the consequences can multiply quickly. Georgia law treats both offenses quite harshly, and the combination can… Read More »
Drug Possession versus Drug Trafficking in Georgia: Understanding the Key Differences
The State of Georgia takes drug charges very seriously. Even simple possession charges can have life-altering consequences. Drug trafficking charges are much more severe. Telling the difference between the two types of charges can be challenging. The major difference often comes down to the amount of drugs involved, the intent of the accused, and… Read More »
Drug Possession Crimes in Georgia
The State of Georgia’s drug possession crimes mirror the federal statutes closely. Drugs are divided into one of five “schedules” based on recognized medical uses and their capacity for abuse. These include drugs like cocaine, heroin, and methamphetamine, as well as many of the compounds used to produce them. In this article, the Smyrna… Read More »
I Was Arrested with Drugs in Cobb County, What Should I Do?
You are out enjoying the evening with your sweetheart when suddenly you see flashing blue lights in the rearview mirror. The next thing you know, you are being arrested for drug possession. Now, instead of a candle-lit evening, you are facing criminal charges that could impact the rest of your life. If you find… Read More »
Traffic Stop Reveals Existence of Meth Lab in Marietta, GA
Police say that a routine traffic stop led to the discovery of a large methamphetamine conversion lab in a residential neighborhood in Marietta. The lab was found near multiple elementary schools. The lab was uncovered by DEA Atlanta special agents and task force officers following the traffic stop. Authorities announced the arrest of three… Read More »
Possession of Cocaine in Cobb County
In Georgia, all drug crimes are punished heavily, but those involving Schedule I and II drugs are penalized particularly harshly. As a Schedule II drug, cocaine falls under this category, which means that it is illegal to purchase, possess, or have under one’s control. Those who are found to have violated this law face… Read More »
Possession of Methamphetamine in Cobb County
Possession of methamphetamine is a serious crime in Georgia, where a person could be charged with a felony, even for a first time offense. In fact, those in possession of more than 28 grams can expect their charges to be elevated to a trafficking offense, which comes with even more severe penalties. Because these… Read More »
Possession of a Controlled Substance With Intent to Distribute in Cobb County
In Georgia, to convict someone of drug possession, the state need only prove that the accused intended the substance in question for personal use. This alone, is a serious offense. However, if a certain amount is found in a person’s possession, prosecutors can try to establish that he or she is guilty of intending… Read More »
Marijuana Possession Charges in Cobb County
In Georgia, those who are accused of marijuana possession could face either misdemeanor or felony charges depending on the amount seized and whether the person was accused of simple possession or possession with intent to distribute. Read on to learn more about these kinds of drug possession cases. Misdemeanor Possession Charges Under Georgia law,… Read More »