When you think of drug crimes, you may picture college kids getting caught with marijuana, or dealers on the street corner with pockets full of methamphetamines. However, police sometimes charge respected professionals with drug crimes. It has been a year since a...


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Forging a drug prescription may lead to a prison sentence
On behalf of Conaway & Strickler, P.C. | Apr 21, 2020 | Drug Charges
Whether you have an illness, injury or medical disorder, modern medicine likely offers a few different ways to treat it. For many conditions, prescription drugs reduce symptoms or eliminate them altogether. Accordingly, if you need medication to improve your quality...
Understanding why drug abuse is life-altering
by Conaway & Strickler, P.C. | Aug 9, 2019 | Drug Charges
When people are charged with using, distributing or selling drugs in Georgia, the penalties for such behaviors can vary depending on the circumstances surrounding their case, as well as how badly their actions may have affected other people. Drug abuse is a prevalent...
FDA paves the way for easier access to opioid overdose treatment
by Conaway & Strickler, P.C. | Jul 12, 2019 | Drug Charges
The opioid crisis has rocked the nation over the past few years and Georgia is no exception. While many people view addicts as junkies who make bad decisions and abuse illegal drugs, this is not the case for all people with a substance abuse disorder. Some people were...
Drug charges and mental illness
by Conaway & Strickler, P.C. | Jun 9, 2019 | Drug Charges
When people are taken into custody over a drug-related offense, there are many different factors to consider, some of which could have a major impact on the outcome of their case. Some people are falsely accused of a drug crime, while others may be able to secure a...
Marijuana legalization and drug charges
by Conaway & Strickler, P.C. | Jun 2, 2019 | Drug Charges
In recent years, many parts of the country have legalized the medical and/or recreational use of marijuana. For some people, these changes are seen as a major relief. However, people continue to be charged with drug-related offenses due to marijuana across the...
What can I say to a loved one with addiction issues?
by Conaway & Strickler, P.C. | May 11, 2019 | Drug Charges
Many people who face drug charges in Atlanta also suffer from addiction issues. In addition to legal woes, addiction can hurt a person's health, cause rifts between family members, and jeopardize employment. If you have a loved one who is suffering from addiction,...
Discussing drug charges with your loved ones
by Conaway & Strickler, P.C. | Mar 17, 2019 | Drug Charges
People often have a myriad of questions when they are charged with a drug offense, and they may be uncertain about how the charges will impact their future and the different penalties they might face. For some people, these charges can be especially difficult because...
Older adults and drug charges
by Conaway & Strickler, P.C. | Feb 24, 2019 | Drug Charges
When people think of the typical person who finds themselves facing drug charges, they may envision a teenager or a young adult. Many younger people are charged with drug crimes, but it is important to remember that adults of all ages may be charged with a...
Pursuit leads to arrest, drug charges for Georgia man
by Conaway & Strickler, P.C. | Feb 13, 2019 | Drug Charges
Last Sunday afternoon, law enforcement in Milledgeville, Georgia arrived at an apartment complex to serve a 32-year-old man with two outstanding warrants for parole violation. Following a pursuit, they conducted a search that turned up items leading to additional...
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