Imagine waking up one morning to discover that law enforcement knows exactly where you were on a given night, not because they obtained a warrant for your specific phone, but because they swept up location data from every device in a particular area at a particular time. This is not science fiction; it is the […]
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Interacting with police officers can be a stressful and unsettling experience. Many individuals, both in Coweta County and across the country, often feel confused when questioned by police. This uncertainty arises from a lack of knowledge about your personal rights during encounters with law enforcement. Citizens are protected by the Fourth Amendment against unlawful searches […]
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Burglary is a felony offense in Georgia, and facing such charges can have long-lasting consequences on your life. In Fulton County and throughout Georgia, burglary is governed by the OCGA § 16-7-1, which defines the crime and outlines the penalties for conviction. In simple terms, burglary occurs when someone enters or remains in a building, […]
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In many cases, the lapse of time on a criminal is a helpful tool for defense attorneys. Throughout the time it takes from the initial arrest to the case’s disposition, things can happen such as a witness moving out of state and being unable to testify, etc. However, if the particular right to a speedy […]
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When a prospective client calls our office, they are usually understandably overwhelmed by the judicial system. The judicial system is complicated, and it is often taken for granted that many individuals do not have any experience navigating the complex system. In this article, I will break down each step in the process when you […]
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Geofence Warrants and Your Privacy Rights
/in Blog /by lawyerImagine waking up one morning to discover that law enforcement knows exactly where you were on a given night, not because they obtained a warrant for your specific phone, but because they swept up location data from every device in a particular area at a particular time. This is not science fiction; it is the […]
YOUR RIGHTS DURING TRAFFIC STOPS AND POLICE SEARCHES WITHOUT WARRANTS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
/in Blog /by lawyerInteracting with police officers can be a stressful and unsettling experience. Many individuals, both in Coweta County and across the country, often feel confused when questioned by police. This uncertainty arises from a lack of knowledge about your personal rights during encounters with law enforcement. Citizens are protected by the Fourth Amendment against unlawful searches […]
Understanding Burglary Charges in Fulton County: A Guide from an Atlanta Criminal Defense Attorney
/in Blog /by lawyerBurglary is a felony offense in Georgia, and facing such charges can have long-lasting consequences on your life. In Fulton County and throughout Georgia, burglary is governed by the OCGA § 16-7-1, which defines the crime and outlines the penalties for conviction. In simple terms, burglary occurs when someone enters or remains in a building, […]
Constitutional Right to a Speedy Trial
/in Blog /by lawyerIn many cases, the lapse of time on a criminal is a helpful tool for defense attorneys. Throughout the time it takes from the initial arrest to the case’s disposition, things can happen such as a witness moving out of state and being unable to testify, etc. However, if the particular right to a speedy […]
I Have a Pending Case Dekalb County Superior Court. What Should I Expect?
/in Blog /by lawyerWhen a prospective client calls our office, they are usually understandably overwhelmed by the judicial system. The judicial system is complicated, and it is often taken for granted that many individuals do not have any experience navigating the complex system. In this article, I will break down each step in the process when you […]