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INJUSTICE
Posted on March 21, 2012What happened to Trayvon Martin is a tragedy. Do we really need another Trayvon Martin to die before finally doing something? Why does a white man assume a young black teen is up to no good? Why did the police drug test a young black teen victim and not his shooter? Why weren't more questions asked? Why hasn't George Zimmerman been arrested for murder? Why hasn't the 911 call been analyzed - did Zimmerman use a racial slur? Our criminal justice system is broken...
Blame can be Found Everywhere in the Disappearance of Susan Powell and the Death of two Beautiful, Innocent Children
Posted on February 06, 2012Josh Powell not only killed himself but two beautiful, innocent young boys. Today, many are questioning the actions of the judge who allowed visitation to Josh Powell. Blame cannot be directed at just one person or one entity. Blame can be pointed in many, many directions...
Conrad Murray and Michael Jackson, a deadly relationship
Posted on September 26, 2011"Should Michael Jackson be blamed for his death?" that is what many people are asking because the Conrad Murray trial is starting tomorrow in Los Angeles. Does the public understand this case is much ado about nothing? Dr. Murray is ONLY charged with involuntary manslaughter which carries a maximum sentence of just FOUR years...
Doctor charged in tax and health care fraud
Posted on April 07, 2011A Roswell, Georgia doctor was charged with tax and health care fraud. Please see attached article: http://roswell.patch.com/articles/roswell-doctor-charged-with-health-care-and-tax-fraud
Doctor charged in tax and health care fraud
Posted on April 06, 2011A Roswell, Georgia doctor was charged with tax and health care fraud. Please see attached article: http://roswell.patch.com/articles/roswell-doctor-charged-with-health-care-and-tax-fraud
DUI costs
Posted on December 01, 2010If you are charged with a DUI in the state of Georgia, you will be hit with several costs BEFORE you ever go to court to address the charges. Whatever happened to innocent until proven guilty?! You WILL have to pay $150 to request a hearing re your driver's license...
DUI costs
Posted on December 01, 2010If you are charged with a DUI in the state of Georgia, you will be hit with several costs BEFORE you ever go to court to address the charges. Whatever happened to innocent until proven guilty?! You WILL have to pay $150 to request a hearing re your driver's license...
BIg Brother
Posted on October 08, 2010Please see this article: http://www.ajc.com/news/cobb/cell-phone-records-id-664620.html It discusses how a person was "tracked" by his cell phone records. Please be aware that your cell phone acts as GPS on you and your whereabouts at all times when your cell phone is on...
BIg Brother
Posted on October 08, 2010Please see this article: http://www.ajc.com/news/cobb/cell-phone-records-id-664620.html It discusses how a person was "tracked" by his cell phone records. Please be aware that your cell phone acts as GPS on you and your whereabouts at all times when your cell phone is on...
Augusta Man Pleads Not Guilty to Two Counts of Bribery
Posted on July 28, 2010According to The Augusta Chronicle, an Augusta man accused of two counts of bribery has pleaded not guilty to the charges made against him. The man is being accused of offering Mayor Pro Tem Alvin Mason of Augusta and Commissioner Corey Johnson special privileges in exchange for their support of a commission to build a trade center in the downtown portion of the city...
Augusta Man Pleads Not Guilty to Two Counts of Bribery
Posted on July 28, 2010According to The Augusta Chronicle, an Augusta man accused of two counts of bribery has pleaded not guilty to the charges made against him. The man is being accused of offering Mayor Pro Tem Alvin Mason of Augusta and Commissioner Corey Johnson special privileges in exchange for their support of a commission to build a trade center in the downtown portion of the city...
Thomasville Man Arrested for Drug Possession after Reporting Burglary
Posted on July 21, 2010A WALB article reported that on July 5, 2010, a Thomasville man was arrested for cocaine possession after reporting a burglary at his own home. According to the article, the man came home to find the lights on inside of his house on Andrews Street and subsequently called to report what he thought to be a burglary in process...
Thomasville Man Arrested for Drug Possession after Reporting Burglary
Posted on July 21, 2010A WALB article reported that on July 5, 2010, a Thomasville man was arrested for cocaine possession after reporting a burglary at his own home. According to the article, the man came home to find the lights on inside of his house on Andrews Street and subsequently called to report what he thought to be a burglary in process...
Multiple UGA Football Players Arrested for DUI, Other Charges
Posted on July 12, 2010Shortly after the resignation of UGA?s head football coach due to DUI, three players have been arrested and charged with various alcohol related offenses and other crimes within the last week. According to an article in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the football players were charged in three separate incidents ranging from leaving the scene of an accident, DUI, obstruction of law enforcement and other offenses...
Multiple UGA Football Players Arrested for DUI, Other Charges
Posted on July 12, 2010Shortly after the resignation of UGA?s head football coach due to DUI, three players have been arrested and charged with various alcohol related offenses and other crimes within the last week. According to an article in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the football players were charged in three separate incidents ranging from leaving the scene of an accident, DUI, obstruction of law enforcement and other offenses...
Colquitt County Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrest
Posted on June 30, 2010A 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...
Colquitt County Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrest
Posted on June 30, 2010A 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...
Female Fulton County Jailer Convicted of Assaulting Handcuffed Inmate
Posted on June 25, 2010A 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...
Female Fulton County Jailer Convicted of Assaulting Handcuffed Inmate
Posted on June 25, 2010A 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...
Gwinnett County Robbery Leads to Shooting
Posted on June 16, 2010A 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...
Gwinnett County Robbery Leads to Shooting
Posted on June 16, 2010A 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...
Multiple Cocaine Drug Charges against 3 Gainesville Men
Posted on June 10, 2010A 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...
Multiple Cocaine Drug Charges against 3 Gainesville Men
Posted on June 10, 2010A 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...
Atlanta Memorial Day Weekend DUI Checkpoints
Posted on May 28, 2010While everyone finds different ways to enjoy a three-day weekend, law enforcement is on high alert for drunk drivers to help keep local residents, visitors and travelers safe during holidays like Memorial Day. Even if you think you are not drunk, and especially if you have had a few drinks - do not drive! Instead, find a safe, alternative way home...
Atlanta Memorial Day Weekend DUI Checkpoints
Posted on May 28, 2010While everyone finds different ways to enjoy a three-day weekend, law enforcement is on high alert for drunk drivers to help keep local residents, visitors and travelers safe during holidays like Memorial Day. Even if you think you are not drunk, and especially if you have had a few drinks - do not drive! Instead, find a safe, alternative way home...
Georgia Church Theft and Burglary Charges against Gospel Musicians
Posted on May 19, 2010Two 28-year-old male gospel singers have been charged with nine counts of ?theft by taking? and nine counts of burglary in Georgia. A News4Jax report discusses that law enforcement utilized a search warrant to arrest the individuals after receiving a tip that linked the men to nine church burglaries in central Georgia...
Georgia Church Theft and Burglary Charges against Gospel Musicians
Posted on May 19, 2010Two 28-year-old male gospel singers have been charged with nine counts of ?theft by taking? and nine counts of burglary in Georgia. A News4Jax report discusses that law enforcement utilized a search warrant to arrest the individuals after receiving a tip that linked the men to nine church burglaries in central Georgia...
Atlanta Public Safety Officer Misconduct and Excessive Force
Posted on April 19, 2010Going into law enforcement is no easy task. Police officers and public safety officers alike have important responsibilities to uphold in helping prevent crime and keeping a community secure. In fulfilling these duties, officers are also expected by law to not cause any unnecessary harm to others or commit any illegal action themselves...
Atlanta Public Safety Officer Misconduct and Excessive Force
Posted on April 19, 2010Going into law enforcement is no easy task. Police officers and public safety officers alike have important responsibilities to uphold in helping prevent crime and keeping a community secure. In fulfilling these duties, officers are also expected by law to not cause any unnecessary harm to others or commit any illegal action themselves...
NYC Personal Assistant Convicted in Ex-Punk Manager Killing
Posted on March 28, 2010An article discusses that the personal assistant of a punk-rock icon and celebrity real estate broker was convicted of beating her boss to death with a piece of gym equipment. The jury on the case spent less than a day reaching a second-degree murder verdict...
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