It happens. You’re running late for work and you don’t realize you’re pressing down on the gas as the numbers on your speedometer tick up. Blue lights come out of nowhere, and you’re faced with a speeding ticket. Some luck. While you might be inclined to just pay the ticket and get it over with, […]
If you are arrested for the following offenses, you may be eligible to participate in a diversion program. The eligible offenses are: Minor in Possession of Alcohol Possession of a Fake ID Possession of Marijuana (VGCSA) Theft by Shoplifting Theft by Taking So if you are arrested on any of these charges, do not walk […]
By: Erin Dohnalek A misdemeanor conviction can lead to many adverse consequences, including barriers to employment, education, and sometimes even housing. However, in the State of Georgia, there are potentially three avenues available to restrict and seal (expunge) misdemeanors off your criminal record to help avoid these collateral consequences that are associated with misdemeanor convictions. […]
When you are preparing to enter a plea, you may feel unsure about what your options are. If you have ever been to Court to pay a traffic ticket, you have likely heard of the three main pleas: guilty, not guilty, or nolo (or nolo contendre). But, depending on the status of your case, you […]
DeKalb County Obstruction Attorney Obstruction of a law enforcement officer can be either a misdemeanor or a felony depending on the facts of the case. If the case is prosecuted as a misdemeanor in DeKalb County, the Solicitor’s Office will prosecute the case, whereby if it is a felony charge, it will be sent to […]
Rape is a serious crime in the State of Georgia. If you are arrested or under investigation, in Cobb County, for rape, 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 rape. The Cobb County District Attorney’s has a […]
If you are arrested for any drug offense in Gwinnett County, do not make any statements to the police. You will be taken to the Gwinnett County Jail at 2900 University Parkway, Lawrenceville, Georgia. You will be on the first appearance calendar the following day. It is important to have an attorney for this court […]
In Georgia, leaving the scene of an accident will most frequently be classified as a misdemeanor offense, and is defined as a “hit and run.” It can have serious consequences in the laws of our state, including collateral consequences, such as a suspension of the accused person’s driver’s license. According to O.C.G.A. § 40-6-270, the […]
If you are arrested for any drug offense in Fulton County, do not make any statements to the police. You will be taken to the Fulton County jail at 901 Rice Street. You will be on the first appearance calendar the following morning at 11:00. It is important to have an attorney for this court […]
You may not know it, but you can play a huge role in helping your lawyer get the best deal possible for you in your DUI case. Many people assume that in their criminal case, they are at the mercy of the lawyers on both sides, and that they just have to wait until they […]
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