Priest v. State

Clarke, Chief Justice.

James H. Priest, Jr., a 17-year-old high school student, was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance and burglary. A negotiated plea was arranged which called for “first offender” treatment for both offenses, probation, a fine and community service. The trial judge also decided that under OCGA § 40-5-75, which requires suspension of license of any person convicted of possession of a controlled substance, Priest’s driver’s license must be suspended. The judge accepted Priest’s guilty plea on the condition that he have an opportunity to appeal the…