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 […]
By: Mary Agramonte A new expungement law is on the way, which will come as great news to the millions of Georgians who have a criminal history. Governor Kemp recently signed SB 288 into law after state leaders unanimously approved the bill. Georgia’s new “Second Chance Law” will become effective on January 1, 2021 providing […]
A shoplifting conviction is no small matter. It will negatively impact your ability to gain employment, apply for housing, and it will permanently remain on your criminal record. It is critical you contact an experienced attorney to investigate the facts, prepare legal challenges and defenses, and mitigate possible punishment. Our firm routinely handles shoplifting cases […]
There are several ways in which a person may “tamper with evidence” in Georgia. This article aims to explore the nature of the offense and the possible punishment if convicted. The Offense Under O.C.G.A. § 16-10-94, a person commits the offense of tampering with evidence when with the intent to prevent the apprehension or cause […]
A conviction for Family Violence Battery in Georgia can have consequences that go far beyond a conviction for other misdemeanors. For some clients, this is their first interaction with law enforcement and their concerns include: jail time, a permanent mark on their criminal history , and the possibility of trial. All of these concerns are […]
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