Q: Can the police stop a person for Jaywalking in Fulton county Georgia?
In Fulton county Georgias, A family member has been incarcerated because he had an unregistered pistol on him. He was originally stopped for jay walking, and was searched by police.
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Yes, police can stop individuals for jaywalking in Fulton County, Georgia, as it violates local traffic ordinances. Understanding your family member's situation, this initial stop for jaywalking could have given officers reasonable suspicion to interact with him.
During such stops, if officers develop probable cause through observation, conversation, or behavior that suggests criminal activity, they may conduct searches. In Georgia, carrying an unregistered firearm can lead to serious legal consequences, which explains why your family member was taken into custody.
Your best course of action would be to contact legal representation immediately. They can review the specific details of the stop, including whether proper procedures were followed and if the search was conducted legally. Many defense attorneys offer free initial consultations and can help determine if any rights were violated during the encounter. Please remember that time is crucial in these situations, so reaching out to legal help promptly would be in your family member's best interest.
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