The vast majority of criminal cases are resolved through guilty pleas. Some people take guilty pleas because they are guilty as a matter of fact and law, while others take pleas even though they are innocent. But why would an innocent person plead guilty to a criminal charge? Trials can be a risky proposition. A […]
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As the ever-changing circumstances of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) continue to be reported, Chief Justice Harold Melton of the Supreme Court of Georgia declared a statewide judicial emergency due to the spread of the coronavirus throughout Georgia “and the potential infection of those who work in or are required to appear in our courts.” The order says courts should prioritize matters such as cases […]
By: Mary Agramonte In most divorce and child custody cases, the Judge will issue an order or decree for parents to abide by as it relates to the parenting time, visitation, and responsibilities for each parent. When one parent fails to follow the order, a family law case can quickly turn criminal. In Georgia, […]
In major sex offenses, the person charged faces an uphill battle. These types of offenses are inflammatory in our society and many people rush to judgment, deeming the person guilty from the onset. The truth is there are people who are wrongly accused of committing these types of offenses. This article serves to explore the […]
By: Mary Agramonte Georgia law has made it a felony for someone to give an inmate certain illicit items. These include guns, weapons, alcohol, drugs, tobacco and cellphones. If any of these items are given to an inmate without the warden’s permission, both the inmate and the person who gave it to the inmate, […]
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Georgia Criminal Law – How to Withdraw a Guilty Plea
/in Blog, Criminal Law, Georgia, Georgia Criminal Law /by Ryan WalshThe vast majority of criminal cases are resolved through guilty pleas. Some people take guilty pleas because they are guilty as a matter of fact and law, while others take pleas even though they are innocent. But why would an innocent person plead guilty to a criminal charge? Trials can be a risky proposition. A […]
Georgia Probation Bond Attorney
/in Blog, Bond, Criminal Law, Felony, Georgia, Georgia Criminal Law, probation /by Ryan WalshAs the ever-changing circumstances of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) continue to be reported, Chief Justice Harold Melton of the Supreme Court of Georgia declared a statewide judicial emergency due to the spread of the coronavirus throughout Georgia “and the potential infection of those who work in or are required to appear in our courts.” The order says courts should prioritize matters such as cases […]
Interference with Custody – Georgia Criminal Attorney
/in Blog, City of Atlanta, Cobb County, Criminal Law, Felony, Fulton County, Georgia Criminal Law, Georgia Law, Interference with Custody /by Ryan WalshBy: Mary Agramonte In most divorce and child custody cases, the Judge will issue an order or decree for parents to abide by as it relates to the parenting time, visitation, and responsibilities for each parent. When one parent fails to follow the order, a family law case can quickly turn criminal. In Georgia, […]
Georgia Criminal Law – Incest
/in Blog, City of Atlanta, Cobb County, Criminal History, Criminal Law, Federal Court, Federal Criminal Law, Felony, Fulton County Jail, Georgia, Georgia Criminal Law, Georgia Sex Crimes, Sex Crimes, Sex Offender Registry /by Ryan WalshIn major sex offenses, the person charged faces an uphill battle. These types of offenses are inflammatory in our society and many people rush to judgment, deeming the person guilty from the onset. The truth is there are people who are wrongly accused of committing these types of offenses. This article serves to explore the […]
Can you get in trouble for bringing cigarettes or a cellphone to an inmate in Georgia?
/in Atlanta Jail, Blog, City of Atlanta, Cobb County, Criminal Law, Drug Law, Federal Court, Federal Criminal Law, Federal Law, Fulton County Jail, Georgia, Georgia Criminal Law, Georgia Drug Law /by Ryan WalshBy: Mary Agramonte Georgia law has made it a felony for someone to give an inmate certain illicit items. These include guns, weapons, alcohol, drugs, tobacco and cellphones. If any of these items are given to an inmate without the warden’s permission, both the inmate and the person who gave it to the inmate, […]