When a person traveling to Atlanta is charged with trafficking marijuana at the Atlanta airport the first concern is going to be how to get a bond to get the person charged with trafficking marijuana at the Atlanta airport out of jail as soon as possible. Another question is, how much will my bond be […]
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An “initial appearance” is an accused’s first face-to-face encounter with a judge after arrest. The purpose of an initial appearance is to inform the accused of the nature of the charges and advise him/her of their basic rights. The initial appearance may also serve as a probable cause hearing if the person was arrested without […]
This blog article serves to answer one simple question: what are the prerequisites for a voluntary guilty plea? A judge shall not accept a plea of guilty without first determining the plea was entered voluntarily. Uniform Rules of Superior Court 33.7; Williams v. State, 221 Ga. App. 291 (1996). To establish voluntariness, judges […]
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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 […]
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What is Restitution? Simply put, restitution is money paid by an offender to compensate a victim for harm caused by the offender’s unlawful acts. Restitution is a primary concern of the criminal justice system. O.C.G.A. § 17-14-1. Restitution includes all damages recoverable in a civil action except punitive damages and damages for pain and suffering, […]
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Trafficking Marijuana at Atlanta Airport
/in Blog /by lawyerWhen a person traveling to Atlanta is charged with trafficking marijuana at the Atlanta airport the first concern is going to be how to get a bond to get the person charged with trafficking marijuana at the Atlanta airport out of jail as soon as possible. Another question is, how much will my bond be […]
Initial (First) Appearance in Georgia Criminal Cases
/in Blog, Criminal Law, Felony, Georgia, Georgia Criminal Law /by lawyerAn “initial appearance” is an accused’s first face-to-face encounter with a judge after arrest. The purpose of an initial appearance is to inform the accused of the nature of the charges and advise him/her of their basic rights. The initial appearance may also serve as a probable cause hearing if the person was arrested without […]
Requirements to Enter a Guilty Plea in Georgia
/in Blog /by lawyerThis blog article serves to answer one simple question: what are the prerequisites for a voluntary guilty plea? A judge shall not accept a plea of guilty without first determining the plea was entered voluntarily. Uniform Rules of Superior Court 33.7; Williams v. State, 221 Ga. App. 291 (1996). To establish voluntariness, judges […]
Theft by Shoplifting Charge in Cobb County, Georgia
/in Blog, Shoplifting, Theft /by lawyerA 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 […]
Restitution for Criminal Offenses under Georgia Law
/in Blog /by lawyerWhat is Restitution? Simply put, restitution is money paid by an offender to compensate a victim for harm caused by the offender’s unlawful acts. Restitution is a primary concern of the criminal justice system. O.C.G.A. § 17-14-1. Restitution includes all damages recoverable in a civil action except punitive damages and damages for pain and suffering, […]