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Atlanta Cops Looking for Drugged Drivers

December 3, 2012

DUI laws aren’t just for drunk drivers. Driving under the influence (DUI) can also refer to driving under the influence of drugs. Despite this, the majority of DUI campaigns are targeted at drinking and driving. Though it’s likely more common, cops know that people use drugs and get behind the wheel too. And for that reason, Atlanta-area police are learning how better to identify drugged drivers. [Read more…]

Filed Under: drug charges, dui Tagged With: drugs, DUI

“Bad” Cops Allowed to Remain on the Job in Atlanta

November 29, 2012

When a police officer is accused of breaking the law or violating someone’s rights, they should be sanctioned, right? Most people would agree that even (or perhaps especially) police officers should be held responsible for their unethical or even criminal behavior. But with how things work in the Atlanta Police Department, these cops are able to keep their badge and stay on the streets. [Read more…]

Filed Under: criminal law Tagged With: criminal justice, police

Atlanta To Add More Street Cameras

October 24, 2012

Soon, nearly 800 cameras will be eyeing downtown Atlanta, all in the name of crime prevention. The City Council voted this week to add more than 100 cameras to those already in place. To the tune of $2.25 million, officials say these cameras will work to make tourists, students, and Atlanta residents feel safe. [Read more…]

Filed Under: criminal law Tagged With: crime, criminal justice, surveillance

Texting With Police: Bad Idea for Drug Dealers

August 20, 2012

When you text the police that you will sell them drugs, it’s pretty much a wrap. You will be arrested. But while no one would knowingly do such a thing, one Conyers man got himself into trouble for sending text messages to an arrested friend. [Read more…]

Filed Under: drug charges Tagged With: drugs, police

Georgia Man Claims Jail Deputies Beat Him “For Amusement”

July 20, 2012

A Savannah man is suing Chatham County Sheriff Al St. Lawrence and jail official Floyd Jackson for abuse he claims he suffered while in custody at the Chatham County jail. [Read more…]

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Georgia Official Says “Decriminalize Mental Illness”

July 19, 2012

When mental health institutions closed up decades ago, and outpatient mental health services had to shutter their doors in recent decades due to lack of funds, many people diagnosed as mentally ill were left to fend for themselves. Many of them, without any support systems, ended up incarcerated. Now, the head of the Georgia Department of Corrections says it’s time to decriminalize mental illness. [Read more…]

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