One of the changes during the worldwide pandemic was the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) relaxing provider enrollment requirements. The shift occurred due to the coronavirus pandemic that created the need to provide much-needed continuity for...
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3 FAQs about drug possession in Georgia
When you get involved with drugs, the chances increase that you will face some form of drug possession charge. The headlines alone prove that law enforcement has the patience to get drugs off the streets. Whether trafficking or not, any drug charge comes with lasting...
What can cause you to commit a serious crime?
Did you know that serious crimes happen multiple times per hour in Georgia? You are probably wondering what would cause someone to commit these crimes. Sometimes, it is as simple as a reaction to a strong emotion. Here are some of the most common emotions that cause...
Can I apply for the Conditional Discharge Program?
Georgia has stringent drug laws. According to Georgia Code 16-13-30(d), a first-time conviction for possessing Schedule I or II controlled substances with intent to distribute means a minimum punishment of five years in prison. It is tough to recover from the...
Can you unknowingly be part of a criminal conspiracy?
Criminal conspiracy arises when two or more individuals agree to commit a crime and act with the intent to do so. You might face conspiracy charges if your actions indicate that you are taking steps toward committing a group crime, even if there is no written or...
Do police have the right to search my things for drugs?
If you are facing federal drug charges in Atlanta after a police search of your belongings, you may have questions about whether or not the events that led to your arrest were legal. With a stronger federal crackdown on drugs, it is more important now than ever to...
Is forgery a felony in Georgia?
If you face allegations of forgery in Georgia you should take the allegation seriously. Many defendants think that forgery charges are not particularly significant, even though they face felony charges. Understanding the severity of the charge and preparing to defend...
What should I know about immunity?
For those facing charges or undergoing investigation for criminal activities, prosecutors may use the term immunity if they have testimony or evidence that supports their case against another individual or organization. Immunity is a way to avoid legal consequences...
Can you get assets back after forfeiture?
Current civil asset forfeiture laws in Georgia allow law enforcement to seize private property with minimal due process. As long as they feel there is “probable cause” to believe property connects to any type of illegal activity, they can take it. Alarmingly, it does...
What is Medicare fraud?
You hear a lot about patients trying to commit Medicare fraud, but did you know that some medical professionals are guilty of this as well? People commit Medicare fraud in order to receive payment for something that never happened, or that they are not entitled to....