Georgia is one of many states in the U.S. that have enacted a stand-your-ground law, which allows individuals to use deadly force in self-defense without the obligation to retreat from a dangerous situation. This law has been a topic of much debate, with proponents...
Federal Crimes
What happens if the police violate your Miranda rights?
For decades, the Miranda Warning has served as a crucial protection for those in the custody of law enforcement officers. Those under arrest have the right to hear about their Miranda rights before the police question them. Even if there is a language barrier,...
2 situations that can affect your Second Amendment rights
The Second Amendment enshrines the right to bear arms, both for the defense of oneself and for the defense of the country by permitting the creation of well-organized militias. There are certain rules that limit Second Amendment rights. Typically, people need to be an...
Conspiracy charges don’t require you to commit the crime
You cannot be convicted for a crime you did not commit, at least not without it being a wrongful conviction -- which, unfortunately, does happen. But just refusing to actually commit the crime does not always mean you’re going to avoid all charges. In conspiracy...
An overview of federal weapons crimes
It’s not always illegal to carry and use a weapon, such as a gun or knife, but there are times when this can lead to serious trouble with the law. For example, if you have a license to own a firearm, there’s nothing wrong with doing so in a legal manner. Conversely,...
2 face charges for identity theft and wire fraud in Georgia
Taking someone else's identity or using their credit cards is against the law. If you're spending money that isn't yours, you're defrauding others and could be accused of serious federal crimes.That's part of what allegedly took place in this case that spanned across...
Friendly credit card fraud is a real problem for consumers
Not all cases of fraud are intentional. That might seem impossible, but it's true.With cases of friendly credit card fraud, a person might accidentally use a credit card, or its terms, in an illegal way. Here's a little more about friendly fraud and why it can lead to...
Get help if you’re accused of espionage in Georgia
A federal crime that many people know about but may not understand is espionage. This crime, associated with spies, takes place when a person obtains secret information and then divulges it to others without the owner's permission. For example, if someone from a busy...
Illegal dumping leads to 18-month sentence for truck driver
Federal crimes aren't always violent, but they often have serious outcomes that impact people or the environment. Take, for example, this case of a truck driver who was sentenced to 18 months in prison for dumping 3,000 gallons of fuel in Georgia illegally.By doing...
Man facing execution in Georgia launches appeal
Federal crimes can land you in prison and lead to long sentences. Sometimes, people are wrongfully accused and convicted of crimes they didn't commit. In worst-case scenarios, they face execution. In a case in Georgia, a man who is being sentenced to death has...