Macon Georgia Criminal Defense and Immigration Law Blog

If you are not a United States citizen, a criminal conviction can lead to consequences that, for some, may even outweigh the severity of any criminal penalties that ensue. Convictions for some types of crimes can serve as grounds for removal and denial of applications.

The Immigration and Nationality Act lists some specific crimes that can result in deportation. It also provides a more nebulous category of crimes of moral turpitude that have the same consequences. Further, a conviction for a serious crime is another way criminal charges can lead to removal.

Young people may not always think very far into the future, but high school students often look forward to college as the next step in their lives while college students think about their first, full-time job.

If you are under the age of 21, do you have a good driving record? If you are ever convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol, that conviction can seriously affect your plans for the future.

Most people do not realize how much a single car accident can change their life until they are in one. Although their initial concerns involve injuries and property damage, very few of them give much thought to the ramifications of leaving the scene of the accident. Certain circumstances can make fleeing the scene of a car accident a criminal matter.

If you end up in a collision with another motorist or a building or pedestrian, you could end up spending some time behind bars. To avoid compromising your promising future, here are some pointers to keep in mind about leaving the scene of a motor vehicle collision:

Drug use is a serious issue that can put the user and others in danger. Therefore, the courts and law enforcement are cracking down on this criminal offense.

However, in some cases, the offender may benefit more from treatment than punishment. In those instances, Georgia's drug courts may be able to provide the help that is necessary.