Understanding Probation and Revocation Most sentences in criminal cases involve a period on probation. Probation, while timely and expensive, allows you to serve your sentence in the outside world and not behind bars. The downside of this is if your probation officer alleges you violated a term of probation, he or she can petition for […]
Am I eligible? 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, […]
Can I Vote? Good News! If you are finished with your felony sentence, then yes, you are able to vote in the State of Georgia. Many people incorrectly believe that once they are convicted of a felony, their voting rights are gone forever. The good news is that Georgia will allow you to regain your […]
What is prostitution? Prostitution is when a person performs or offers or consents to perform a sexual act for money or other items of value. O.C.G.A. §16-6-9. The statute is not about sexual activity per se but is solely concerned with commercial transactions involving sexual activity. The harm is done to society and not to […]
Can The Government Take My Blood for DUI? This section addresses the question of how law enforcement can legally obtain an individual’s blood in the context of a DUI arrest. Generally speaking, a law enforcement agent may obtain a person’s blood in three ways: Pursuant to a lawful search warrant; The presence of an emergency […]
Welcome to the third entry in a multi-part blog series about misdemeanor shoplifting in Georgia. We discussed what constitutes shoplifting under Georgia law, what to expect in court after you’ve been arrested for shoplifting, and what sentence you may receive if you either plead guilty or are found guilty of shoplifting (fingers crossed for a […]
What is deposit account fraud? By far the most common consultation we do for any of the fraud related crimes is for Deposit Account Fraud. Deposit account fraud is when you (or more commonly someone who has asked you) present a check to the bank which you (or they) know is not going to be […]
What is online solicitation? Local law enforcement agencies are conducting more and more online child predator stings. Online solicitation of a child for purposes of engaging in a sexual act is a felony in Georgia. It carries a possible punishment of up to 20 years in prison and a $ 25,000 fine. The Georgia Internet […]
What’s a drug related object? It is not uncommon for an officer to search your car or home and not only arrest you for the marijuana or drugs they found, but also for Possession of Drug Related Objects. In Georgia, under O.C.G.A. § 16-13-32.2, it is illegal to possess objects used to smoke, store, ingest, […]
Can a judge revoke my probation when I have allegedly violated probation after being sentenced but I have not yet started my probation? Can a judge revoke my probation where it goes non-report or suspended upon completion of doing an act (classes, drug screens or evaluation). The question requires some explanation as to situations as […]
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