In early September, rapper-singer Ty Dolla $ign was arrested on drug charges in Georgia. In early December, prosecutors officially indicted him. He faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted.
First Step Act could affect criminal justice reform
Criminal justice reform is a priority for many people in Georgia, especially those dealing with drug convictions or a federal criminal record. Years of criticism about unfairness in the system and its failure to enable re-entry into society have culminated in the new First Step Act. The bill is backed by an odd alliance that includes President Donald Trump alongside longtime criminal justice reform advocates like the ACLU. However, others have criticized the legislation for failing to address serious concerns and others have called it soft on crime.
Violent crimes defense in Georgia
Being accused of a crime can be a frightening experience. If you're facing criminal accusations in Georgia, it's important to mount an aggressive defense so that you might receive a more favorable resolution. Being charged with a violent crime will potentially expose you to a long term of incarceration.
How people may defend against drug charges
When Georgia residents are taken into custody on charges of drug possession, they might choose among several options for their defense. These would broadly fit into the categories of either procedural defense or one that challenges the prosecution's evidence.
