In Hall County, the mandatory minimum sentencing for a DUI (Driving Under the Influence) conviction varies based on factors such as prior offenses, whether the DUI resulted in injury, and whether the offense involves certain aggravating circumstances. Here’s a general overview: First Offense: For a first DUI offense, the minimum sentence generally includes: A mandatory […]
In Georgia, it is against the law to avoid payment of services, entertainment, accommodations, or for the use of personal property. This is known as Theft of Services, found at O.C.G.A. § 16-8-5. If you have been arrested for Theft of Services in Jonesboro, your case will either be prosecuted by the Clayton County Solicitor […]
Child Molestation is a serious crime in the State of Georgia. If you are arrested in Douglas 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 Douglas County District Attorney’s Office has […]
If you have been cited for a traffic violation in the Municipal Court of Johns Creek, 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 […]
Do you know your responsibilities when involved in a car accident in the State of Georgia? Many people don’t. Every day, Georgia drivers find themselves charged with one of the worst traffic offenses someone can have on their driving record, hit and run. Every person driving on Georgia roads has five distinct responsibilities that they […]
In DeKalb County, the mandatory minimum sentencing for a DUI (Driving Under the Influence) conviction varies based on factors such as prior offenses, whether the DUI resulted in injury, and whether the offense involves certain aggravating circumstances. Here’s a general overview: First Offense: For a first DUI offense, the minimum sentence generally includes: A mandatory minimum […]
If you have been cited for a traffic violation in the Municipal Court of Norcross, 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 […]
By: Attorney Erin Dohnalek In Georgia, an individual may be charged with DUI under the following circumstances: If he/she was in actual physical control of a moving vehicle while he/she was under the influence of alcohol to an extent that it was less safe for them to drive. If he/she was in actual physical control […]
In Georgia, an individual may be charged with DUI under the following circumstances: If he/she was in actual physical control of a moving vehicle while he/she was under the influence of alcohol to an extent that it was less safe for them to drive. If he/she was in actual physical control of a moving vehicle […]
A recent Georgia Court of Appeals decision, Roundtree v. State (372 Ga. App. 518), now allows a portion of the mandatory minimum sentence for drug trafficking cases to be served on probation. Historically, cases that involved a conviction under O.C.G.A. § 16-13-31 required that the defendant be sentenced to a mandatory minimum amount of time […]
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