The Right to be Indicted

The Fifth Amendment of the United States Constitution requires that a felony may only be prosecuted after an indictment is returned by a grand jury. An indictment is a formal document charging a crime.

Self Defense: Are you immune from criminal prosecution?

The police put you handcuffs for shooting another person. You are on your way to the county jail. You know you acted in self-defense and want a jury trial. But before your jury trial, you are entitled to a hearing to see if you are immune from criminal prosecution.

Obstruction of Officers under Georgia Law

Obstruction of Law Enforcement and legal officers in discharge of their official duties is generally a misdemeanor under Georgia law. There are three types of criminal obstruction.

DeKalb County’s Domestic Violence Pre-Trial Intervention Program (DVPTI)

If you are facing a domestic violence charge in DeKalb County, the Domestic Violence Pre-Trial Intervention Program (DVPTI) may be an option for you.