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WHAT SHOULD I DO IMMEDIATELY AFTER A CAR ACCIDENT?

  A car accident is a stressful time for everyone involved, but the time afterward is crucial. If at all possible, try to follow these simple easy steps to keep your car accident from becoming a disaster. Step One: Accurately and patiently let the officer know how the accident occurred. It is best to do this in as calm a manner as possible. Officers are people too and can sometimes make mistakes when flustered. If you are calm, the officer will remain calm too, and there is a better chance of him accurately documenting the facts. Step Two: Document your injuries, starting now! If you are injured in a car accident, it is important to let someone know immediately. Let the officer know, let your significant other know, and let your doctor know as soon as possible. If you feel like you need an ambulance, do not hesitate to accept the officer’s request to call emergency medical services. Step Three: Make sure you get the insurance information from the other driver, or that the Officer has d

PENALTIES FOR FEDERAL DRUG CRIMES IN GEORGIA

   By:  Joe Cronk,  Published:  March 25, 2020 Federal drug crimes in Georgia can range from drug possession to drug trafficking, drug distribution, intent to distribute, and possession of controlled substances. These drug crimes are considered a serious offense in the state of Georgia, and they result in severe penalties. If you have been arrested and charged with a federal drug crime in Savannah, Georgia, contact an attorney immediately. What Determines the Degree of Your Punishment for a Federal Drug Crime? In 2018, the FBI estimated that there were 1,654,282 arrests for drug law violations in the United States. Of these, 86.4% (1,429,300) were for possession of a controlled substance. In general, federal criminal charges are more complex and carry harsher penalties than misdemeanor charges. However, the degree of your punishment will be determined by a variety of elements, such as: Your criminal history The quantity of the drug in your possession Schedule classification of the drug