Georgia DUI Law – Department of Driver Services COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Updates

On March 30, 2020, the Department of Driver Services (“DDS” also known as the DMV) issued an update regarding court proceedings in a letter addressed to criminal defense attorneys in Georgia. This article serves to summarize those important updates provided by DDS. What Services Are Available? As of right now, DDS remains open for non- […]

Atlanta Georgia Criminal Law – Theft of Services

In Georgia, it is against the law to avoid payment of services, entertainment, accommodations, or the use of personal property. This is known as Theft of Services, found at O.C.G.A.  § 16-8-5. Examples of Theft of Services include utilizing a cleaning or lawn care company, and then not paying. Other service examples could be legal […]

Georgia Criminal Law – Pre-Trial Intervention in Fulton County Non-Complex Cases

Since December 12, 2007, Fulton County has designated certain non-violent felony cases to be processed expeditiously through a 9-week case management process within their “non-complex division.” In the non-complex division, “cases are monitored through timely indictment, opportunity for plea and arraignment, motions and trial. This handling of the felony non-complex calendar directly impacts the jail […]

Can I get a DUI if I am under .08 in Georgia?

            Most of us are aware that the legal limit for a DUI for a driver over 21 years old is .08. What comes as a surprise to most, however, is that you can also be charged with DUI even if you were well below the legal limit. How is this possible? You can be […]

Criminal Defense Lawyer in Macon-Bibb County

If you have been charged with a crime in Bibb County, then you have come to the right place.  We specialize in criminal defense and stand ready to defend you.  The first question that needs to be answered is where your case will be heard.  In Bibb County, all the various courts are housed within […]