We tend to think a criminal case begins when a police officer arrests a person. Although a person is arrested for a criminal offense, a formal charging document must be drafted and filed by the prosecutor if the charges are to be formally prosecuted. There are two types of formal charging documents in Georgia, accusations […]
Perjury is a serious offense that causes immeasurable harm to the functioning and integrity of our legal system and to private individuals. As such, a conviction of perjury can have serious consequences on the accused. This article aims to explore the nature of perjury, possible punishment, and available defenses. The Offense O.C.G.A. § 16-10-70 provides, […]
Under Georgia law, the testimony of a single witness is sufficient to sustain a conviction (assuming the jury believes that witness). But, prosecutions based entirely or primarily on the testimony of a single eyewitness are said to be the most common cause of wrongful convictions. This article will discuss the different types of identification procedures, […]
Drug trafficking charges are different from other drug crimes, such as possession, possession with intent to distribute, drug distribution, and drug manufacturing. The key difference between drug trafficking and these other drug charges is quantity. Because of the large amount of drugs involved in trafficking charges, the punishment is significantly higher and may result in […]
The court system in Georgia has changed drastically over the past nine months. Judges have adopted virtual court appearances. Prosecutors and defense attorneys are working their cases from home. Clerks offices and entire courthouses throughout Georgia have been shut down due to positive COVID cases. The handling of misdemeanor cases in Georgia has become a […]
Under Georgia law, the testimony of a single witness is sufficient to sustain a conviction (assuming the jury believes that witness). But, prosecutions based entirely or primarily on the testimony of a single eyewitness are said to be the most common cause of wrongful convictions. This article will discuss the different types of identification procedures, […]
If you are charged with a theft crime in Bibb County, then you have come to the right place. We have defended hundreds of theft charges ranging from shoplifting to armed robbery. Bibb County has no shortage of these cases, and we are often called to assist in defending these theft allegations. Your specific […]
If you are charged with a violent crime in Coweta County, then you have come to the right place. We have defended hundreds of violent charges ranging from simple battery to murder. Coweta County has no shortage of these cases, and we are often called to assist in defending these violent crime allegations. The […]
If you have been charged with driving under the influence (“DUI”) in Peach County, you have come to the right place. Our firm has a strong record at successfully defending all kinds of DUIs ranging from alcohol to marijuana to prescription drugs cases. Peach County is known to aggressively patrol their roads and prosecute these […]
Reckless driving is a serious traffic offense and is frequently charged in Georgia. As a result, our firm has drafted this article to inform the public of the nature of this offense and the possible consequences if convicted. The Offense Under O.C.G.A § 40-6-390, “any person who drives any vehicle in reckless disregard for […]
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