How do I get out of the Fulton County Jail?

You are in handcuffs and headed to the Fulton County Jail. You want to get out as soon as possible. Your loved ones are in a panic to find a lawyer to help get a bond set. What do you do? First, do not make any statements to the police while you are being transported […]

What to expect during a DUI stop in Canton, GA

By: Attorney Alex Henson If you are suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol in Canton, GA you might be pulled over and investigated by police. What can you expect during a DUI stop? First, the officer might ask you if you’ve had anything to drink. You have the right to remain silent and […]

What to expect during a DUI stop in Woodstock, GA

By: Attorney Alex Henson If you are suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol in Woodstock, GA you might be pulled over and investigated by police. What can you expect during a DUI stop? First, the officer might ask you if you’ve had anything to drink. You have the right to remain silent and […]

Civil Asset Forfeiture- DeKalb Drug Cases

Civil asset forfeiture allows the government to confiscate property that they deem as having been used in criminal activity. Civil asset forfeiture does not require a conviction or criminal charges being taken out. In Georgia, civil asset forfeiture is a legal process, and it allows the government to seize your property that they claim is […]

Rape Shield Statute

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 […]