If you have been pulled over for DUI, the police officer may ask you if you would consent to field sobriety evaluations. Field Sobriety Evaluations are a series of tests which are, in theory, designed to aid officers draw accurate conclusions about a suspect’s blood alcohol consumption. Despite that these tests are only around 75% […]
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A trial is when you present all the facts in your case and it is heard by, either a judge or jury, who then determine whether you are guilty or innocent. You get to decide what type of trial you would like. There are two types of trials: a jury trial or a bench trial. […]
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By: Attorney Alex Henson If you are suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol in Snellville, GA you might be pulled over and investigated by police. What can you expect during a DUI stop? First, the officer might ask you if you’ve had anything to drink. You have the right to remain silent and […]
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You are accused with child molestation or rape and your accuser has previously falsely accused another person of these horrific crimes. Can you bring up these prior false accusations in your case? The answer is yes. The Georgia Supreme Court held in State v. Burns, that a defendant in a sexual-offense prosecution may bring up […]
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By: Attorney Erin Dohnalek In Georgia, the offense of cruelty to children is broken down into three different degrees, depending on the severity of the alleged abuse. Because of the consequences of such a serious crime, it is vitally important to understand the offense, as well as your individual rights when dealing with such allegations. […]
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Should I perform Field Sobriety Tests?
/in Atlanta DUI, Blog, Criminal History, Criminal Law, Drivers License, DUI, Georgia, Georgia Criminal Law, Georgia DUI, Georgia Law, Georgia Traffic Laws, License Suspension, Marietta DUI /by lawyerIf you have been pulled over for DUI, the police officer may ask you if you would consent to field sobriety evaluations. Field Sobriety Evaluations are a series of tests which are, in theory, designed to aid officers draw accurate conclusions about a suspect’s blood alcohol consumption. Despite that these tests are only around 75% […]
What type of trial should I have?
/in Atlanta Municipal Court, Blog, City of Atlanta, Cobb County, Court Dates, Criminal Law, DeKalb County, Felony, Fulton County, Georgia Criminal Law, Georgia Law, Henry County, Misdemeanor, Municipal Court /by lawyerA trial is when you present all the facts in your case and it is heard by, either a judge or jury, who then determine whether you are guilty or innocent. You get to decide what type of trial you would like. There are two types of trials: a jury trial or a bench trial. […]
What to expect during a DUI stop in Snellville, GA
/in Blog, Consent, Court Dates, Criminal Law, Drivers License, DUI, Georgia, Georgia Criminal Law, Georgia DUI, Georgia Law, Georgia Traffic Laws, License Suspension, Misdemeanor /by lawyerBy: Attorney Alex Henson If you are suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol in Snellville, GA you might be pulled over and investigated by police. What can you expect during a DUI stop? First, the officer might ask you if you’ve had anything to drink. You have the right to remain silent and […]
Prior False Allegations Are Admissible in a Sex Offense Case
/in Blog, Cobb County, Criminal History, Criminal Law, DeKalb County, Felony, Felony rights, Fulton County, Georgia, Georgia Criminal Law, Georgia Law, Georgia Sex Crimes, Gwinnett County, Henry County, Oral Sex, Sex Crimes, Sexual Assault /by lawyerYou are accused with child molestation or rape and your accuser has previously falsely accused another person of these horrific crimes. Can you bring up these prior false accusations in your case? The answer is yes. The Georgia Supreme Court held in State v. Burns, that a defendant in a sexual-offense prosecution may bring up […]
Cruelty to Children in Fulton County
/in Blog, Criminal Law, Felony, Fulton County, Fulton County Jail, Georgia, Georgia Criminal Law, Georgia Law, Misdemeanor /by lawyerBy: Attorney Erin Dohnalek In Georgia, the offense of cruelty to children is broken down into three different degrees, depending on the severity of the alleged abuse. Because of the consequences of such a serious crime, it is vitally important to understand the offense, as well as your individual rights when dealing with such allegations. […]