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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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 are […]
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In Forsyth County, driving under the influence (DUI) of marijuana is illegal and is treated similarly to a DUI involving alcohol. Marijuana DUI laws are outlined in O.C.G.A. § 40-6-391, which makes it unlawful to drive or be in actual physical control of a vehicle while under the influence of any drug, including marijuana, that […]
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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 […]
The Anatomy of a Criminal Case in Dekalb County State Court
/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 are […]
Forsyth County Marijuana DUI
/in Blog /by lawyerIn Forsyth County, driving under the influence (DUI) of marijuana is illegal and is treated similarly to a DUI involving alcohol. Marijuana DUI laws are outlined in O.C.G.A. § 40-6-391, which makes it unlawful to drive or be in actual physical control of a vehicle while under the influence of any drug, including marijuana, that […]