The Clayton County Pre-Trial Intervention and Diversion Program (also known as PIDP) is a program offered in Clayton County to offer an alternative to the traditional prosecution process. The Clayton County PIDP purpose is to deter future criminal behavior, monitor offenders from arrest through final case disposition, minimize loss to victims through payment of restitution […]
In Fulton County, driving under the influence (DUI) of marijuana is illegal and is treated similarly to a DUI involving alcohol. Marijuana DUI laws are outlined in O.C.G.A. § 40-6-391, which makes it unlawful to drive or be in actual physical control of a vehicle while under the influence of any drug, including marijuana, that […]
Milton, Georgia is home to the Milton Municipal Court where the city prosecutes DUI, traffic, marijuana, and City Ordinance cases made by the Milton Police Department. Milton Municipal Court is located at 13690 GA-9, Milton, Georgia. One of the most common cases we see in Milton are DUIs (O.C.G.A. § 40-6-391). In Georgia, DUI can be charged […]
Aggravated Child Molestation is a serious crime in the State of Georgia. In fact, it is the worst crime that one can be accused of committing. It is imperative that you retain a qualified attorney immediately if you are being accused of aggravated child molestation in Douglas County. Many allegations of aggravated child molestation are […]
Interacting with police officers can be a stressful and unsettling experience, especially when you’re unsure of your rights. Many individuals, both in Fulton County and across the country, often feel confused when questioned by police officers or when the police attempt to search their property or belongings. This uncertainty arises from a lack of knowledge […]
Statutory rape is defined in § 16-6-3 of the Georgia criminal code. The statute says that “a person commits statutory rape when he or she engages in sexual intercourse with any person who is under the age of 16 years and not his or her spouse”. Many people wrongly believe that there is a defense […]
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 convictions, […]
Several noteworthy cases were recently decided by the Georgia Court of Appeals in the first half of January. Here’s a summary of each: The State v. Eastman, Smith, Trump, Giuliani, Cheeley, and Meadows (A25A0395-A25A0400) This case involved an alleged conspiracy to change the 2020 presidential election outcome. The state appealed the trial court’s decision […]
Prostitution is when a person performs or offers or consents to perform a sexual act for money or other items of value. O.C.G.A. §16-6-9. The statute is not about sexual activity per se but is solely concerned with commercial transactions involving sexual activity. The harm is done to society and not to the individual. Therefore, […]
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 […]
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