Welcome back to our legal blog, where we break down the latest decisions from the Georgia Court of Appeals. This week, we explore a series of rulings that cover a wide range of legal issues, from sentencing disputes to evidentiary challenges. Let’s dive into the details. Muniz v. The State (A24A1562) Key Issues: Exclusion of […]
If you or a loved one have been arrested in Dekalb County, Georgia, you may have heard about the 90-day bond rule but be confused about what this rule means. O.C.G.A. §17-7-50 says that a person who is arrested must have their case indicted (formally charged) within 90 days or they are legally entitled to […]
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Interacting with police officers can be a stressful and unsettling experience. Many individuals, both in Clayton 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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Child Molestation is a serious crime in the State of Georgia. If you are arrested in Douglas County for child molestation, please do not make any statements to the police. It is imperative that you retain a qualified attorney immediately if you are being accused of child molestation. The Douglas County District Attorney’s Office has […]
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On March 4, 2025, the Supreme Court of Georgia issued a significant opinion in Harris v. State (S24A0910), reversing Emmanuel Harris’s conviction for the malice murder of his girlfriend, Jordan Gooch. This decision not only impacts the specific facts of the case but also provides a detailed analysis of how Georgia courts interpret and apply […]
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Legal Blog: Recent Georgia Court of Appeals Decisions – A Case-by-Case Analysis
/in Blog /by lawyerWelcome back to our legal blog, where we break down the latest decisions from the Georgia Court of Appeals. This week, we explore a series of rulings that cover a wide range of legal issues, from sentencing disputes to evidentiary challenges. Let’s dive into the details. Muniz v. The State (A24A1562) Key Issues: Exclusion of […]
Georgia’s 90 Day Bond Rule in Dekalb County
/in Blog /by lawyerIf you or a loved one have been arrested in Dekalb County, Georgia, you may have heard about the 90-day bond rule but be confused about what this rule means. O.C.G.A. §17-7-50 says that a person who is arrested must have their case indicted (formally charged) within 90 days or they are legally entitled to […]
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 Clayton 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 […]
Child Molestation in Douglas County
/in Blog /by lawyerChild Molestation is a serious crime in the State of Georgia. If you are arrested in Douglas County for child molestation, please do not make any statements to the police. It is imperative that you retain a qualified attorney immediately if you are being accused of child molestation. The Douglas County District Attorney’s Office has […]
A Landmark Decision: Harris v. State and the Evolving Interpretation of Rule 404(b).
/in Blog /by lawyerOn March 4, 2025, the Supreme Court of Georgia issued a significant opinion in Harris v. State (S24A0910), reversing Emmanuel Harris’s conviction for the malice murder of his girlfriend, Jordan Gooch. This decision not only impacts the specific facts of the case but also provides a detailed analysis of how Georgia courts interpret and apply […]