Burglary is a felony offense in Georgia, and facing such charges can have long-lasting consequences on your life. In Gwinnett County and throughout Georgia, burglary is governed by the OCGA § 16-7-1, which defines the crime and outlines the penalties for conviction. In simple terms, burglary occurs when someone enters or remains in a building, […]
Public Indecency is a serious crime in Georgia. It is imperative that you retain a qualified attorney immediately if you have been charged with public indecency. O.C.G.A. § 16-6-8(a) defines public indecency as follows: A person commits the offense of public indecency when he or she performs any of the following acts in a public […]
In Georgia, driving without insurance is a misdemeanor, and the penalties increase if it’s not your first time. For a first offense, you’re generally looking at a fine between $200 and $1,000, plus court costs. The statute allows for up to 12 months in jail — but generally much less, especially if there are no […]
Failure to Appear typically occurs when you have missed a court date in the Fulton State Traffic Court. When a person receives an FTA status on their record that means that it is likely that the court issued either a: bench warrant, license suspension , or additional monetary penalties. An FTA becomes part of your […]
In Georgia, the penalties for being convicted of two DUIs within a 5-year period are automatically enhanced as required by Georgia law. The mandatory minimum sentence required is as follows: 12 months in custody- all but 72 hours of this may be probated $600 fine plus any surcharges 240 hours of community service A clinical […]
In Georgia, getting a speeding ticket or any other moving violation can add points to your driving record. As a result, these points can raise your insurance rates, put your license at risk of suspension, and create long-term problems. Fortunately, a Zero-Point Order is a special option under Georgia law that allows a judge to […]
Being charged with Disorderly Conduct in Fulton County is serious. It’s a misdemeanor, and a conviction can mean up to one year in jail and a $1,000 fine. It can also affect your job, immigration status, probation, and future legal cases. Under Georgia law (OCGA 16-11-39), disorderly conduct includes: Acting violently or aggressively toward someone, […]
Failure to Appear typically occurs when you have missed a court date in the Dekalb Traffic Court. When a person receives an FTA status on their record that means that it is likely that the court issued either a: bench warrant, license suspension , or additional monetary penalties (fines up to $200). An FTA becomes […]
Under Georgia law, it’s often harder than people expect to “take back” a statement and have a criminal case dismissed. The biggest reason is that once charges are filed, the case no longer belongs to the person who made the report — it belongs to the State. Criminal cases are prosecuted in the name of the State […]
If you are charged with Rape in Georgia, it is imperative that you retain a sex crimes defense attorney immediately. There are rules in Georgia that protect the alleged victim from having her character attacked. O.C.G.A. 24-4-412 prohibits certain evidence from being introduced at trial. This is known as the Rape Shield Statute. The evidence […]
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