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RECIDIVIST STATUTE IN GEORGIA
/in Blog /by W. Scott SmithIn Georgia, repeat offenders are punished more severely, regardless of the nature of the crime charged. The theory behind it is to ensure that the prosecution deters people from continuing to commit crimes, which has caused the Georgia legislature to implement the Recidivist statute. RECIDIVIST PROVISION The Recidivist statute is set out in O.C.G.A. § […]
Hit and Run in Fulton County
/in Blog /by W. Scott SmithUnder Georgia law (O.C.G.A. 40-6-270) , a driver involved in an accident that results in injury, death, or damage to an attended vehicle must immediately stop at the scene (or as close as possible), return if necessary, and: Provide their name, address, and vehicle registration information; Display their driver’s license upon request; Render reasonable assistance […]
The Ins and Outs of Probation Revocation: What You Need to Know
/in Blog /by W. Scott SmithFor most people navigating the criminal justice system, walking out of the courtroom with a sentence of probation instead of jail time feels like a massive victory. It represents a hard-fought second chance—an opportunity to keep your job, stay home with your family, and handle your legal obligations in the real world. But as anyone […]
Failure to Appear in Municipal Court of Atlanta
/in Blog /by W. Scott SmithIf you missed a court date in the Municipal Court of Atlanta, you may now have “FTA” (Failure to Appear) status. This means you didn’t show up for your scheduled court date, and the court may have suspended your driver’s license as a result. Many people don’t realize this has happened until an officer pulls […]
Hit and Run in Dekalb County
/in Blog /by W. Scott SmithUnder Georgia law (O.C.G.A. 40-6-270) , a driver involved in an accident that results in injury, death, or damage to an attended vehicle must immediately stop at the scene (or as close as possible), return if necessary, and: Provide their name, address, and vehicle registration information; Display their driver’s license upon request; Render reasonable assistance […]