It is not uncommon in criminal cases for the state to attempt to introduce evidence of other bad things defendants have done. The Georgia Rules of Evidence are very clear that this evidence can not be admitted for propensity purposes. That means the state can’t introduce bad character evidence just to try to make the […]
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The Clayton County District Attorney’s office is cracking down on gangs in Clayton County. If you are charged with being in a criminal street gang, do not make any statements to the police. You have a Constitutional right to remain silent. If you are arrested for being in a criminal street gang, then you will […]
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Aggravated Child Molestation is a serious crime in the State of Georgia. In fact, it is the worst crime that one can be accused of committing. It is imperative that you retain a qualified attorney immediately if you are being accused of aggravated child molestation in Fulton County. Many allegations of aggravated child molestation are […]
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With Georgia gang prosecutions on the rise thanks to the Georgia Street Gang Terrorism Act, it is important to know what the government classifies as a gang. The definition for what Georgia considers a gang is found in O.C.G.A. § 16-5-3 (3) and reads: “”Criminal street gang” means any organization, association, or group of three […]
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By: Attorney Erin Dohnalek On April 25th, 2022, Governor Kemp signed legislation to further public safety efforts in the State of Georgia. One of the bills that he signed, which was passed in the House, as well as the Senate, will enhance or increase penalties and sentencing for individuals charged with fleeing or attempting to […]
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Keeping Evidence of Bad Character Out of Your Trial
/in Aggravated Assault, Aggravated Stalking, Armed Robbery, Assault, Atlanta DUI, Battery, Blog, Burglary, Cobb County, Criminal Damage, Criminal History, Criminal Law, DeKalb County, DUI, Evidence, Family Violence, Family Violence Battery, Felony, Forgery, Fulton County, Georgia, Georgia Criminal Law, Georgia Law /by lawyerIt is not uncommon in criminal cases for the state to attempt to introduce evidence of other bad things defendants have done. The Georgia Rules of Evidence are very clear that this evidence can not be admitted for propensity purposes. That means the state can’t introduce bad character evidence just to try to make the […]
Arrested for Gang Activity in Clayton County
/in Criminal Law, Felony, Gang, Georgia, Georgia Criminal Law, Georgia Law /by lawyerThe Clayton County District Attorney’s office is cracking down on gangs in Clayton County. If you are charged with being in a criminal street gang, do not make any statements to the police. You have a Constitutional right to remain silent. If you are arrested for being in a criminal street gang, then you will […]
Aggravated Child Molestation in Fulton County
/in Blog, Criminal Law, Felony, Fulton County, Fulton County Jail, Georgia, Georgia Criminal Law, Georgia Law, Georgia Sex Crimes /by lawyerAggravated Child Molestation is a serious crime in the State of Georgia. In fact, it is the worst crime that one can be accused of committing. It is imperative that you retain a qualified attorney immediately if you are being accused of aggravated child molestation in Fulton County. Many allegations of aggravated child molestation are […]
Hybrid Gangs and the Georgia Gang Statute
/in Blog, Criminal Law, DeKalb County, Felony, Fulton County, Fulton County Jail, Gang, Georgia, Georgia Criminal Law, Georgia Law, Gwinnett County, Henry County /by lawyerWith Georgia gang prosecutions on the rise thanks to the Georgia Street Gang Terrorism Act, it is important to know what the government classifies as a gang. The definition for what Georgia considers a gang is found in O.C.G.A. § 16-5-3 (3) and reads: “”Criminal street gang” means any organization, association, or group of three […]
Governor Kemp Signs Bill that will Enhance Penalties for Fleeing and Eluding in Paulding County, Georgia
/in Blog, Court Dates, Criminal History, Criminal Law, Distracted Driving, Drivers License, Felony, Georgia, Georgia Criminal Law, Georgia Law, Georgia Traffic Laws, Misdemeanor /by lawyerBy: Attorney Erin Dohnalek On April 25th, 2022, Governor Kemp signed legislation to further public safety efforts in the State of Georgia. One of the bills that he signed, which was passed in the House, as well as the Senate, will enhance or increase penalties and sentencing for individuals charged with fleeing or attempting to […]