Atlanta, Georgia is home to the Atlanta Municipal Court where the city prosecutes DUI, traffic, marijuana, and City Ordinance cases made by the Atlanta Police Department and Georgia State Patrol. Municipal Court of Atlanta is located at 150 Garnett Street, Atlanta, GA 30303. One of the most common cases we see in Atlanta are DUIs (O.C.G.A. § 40-6-391). […]
Below are common conditions that may be imposed as part of a sentence: Jail or Prison Time: In cases of misdemeanor battery, the defendant may face up to one year in jail, but this is uncommon. We usually do not see additional custody time in a sentencing, unless there are aggravating factors, such as prior […]
If you have been cited for a traffic violation in the Municipal Court of Duluth, it is important to understand your options. Paying the fine without negotiating is an admission of guilt and could result in points being assessed on your driver’s license. Points can result in higher insurance rates and, if enough points are […]
Below are common conditions that may be imposed as part of a sentence: Jail or Prison Time: In cases of misdemeanor battery, the defendant may face up to one year in jail, but this is uncommon. We usually do not see additional custody time in a sentencing, unless there are aggravating factors, such as prior […]
If you have been cited for a traffic violation in the Municipal Court of Atlanta, it is important to understand your options. Paying the fine without negotiating is an admission of guilt and could result in points being assessed on your driver’s license. Points can result in higher insurance rates and, if enough points are […]
When a prospective client calls our office, they are usually understandably overwhelmed by the judicial system. The judicial system is complicated, and it is often taken for granted that many individuals do not have any experience navigating the complex system. In this article, I will break down each step in the process when you are […]
Decatur, Georgia is home to the Decatur Municipal Court where the city prosecutes DUI, traffic, marijuana, and City Ordinance cases made by the City of Decatur Police Department. The Honorable Judge Rhathelia Stroud presides over the Decatur Municipal Court which is located at 420 West Trinity Place, Decatur, GA 30030. One of the most common […]
Child Molestation is a serious crime in the State of Georgia. If you are arrested in Gwinnett County for child molestation, please do not make any statements to the police. It is imperative that you retain a qualified attorney immediately if you are being accused of child molestation. The Gwinnett County District Attorney’s Office has […]
If you have been cited for a traffic violation in the Municipal Court of Marietta, it is important to understand your options. Paying the fine without negotiating is an admission of guilt and could result in points being assessed on your driver’s license. Points can result in higher insurance rates and, if enough points are […]
Timeline of a DUI case In Georgia, a typical DUI case follows a structured legal process, but the timeline can vary significantly depending on the jurisdiction. Some cases may be resolved in just a few months, while others can take 24 months or more before they reach a conclusion, particularly when there are delays. Below […]
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