What to Do If You’ve Been Falsely Accused of a Crime in Georgia
June 27th, 2025
Being falsely accused of a crime can have a significant impact on your life and livelihood. Not only could you incur monetary fines, but you might even spend time in jail. A conviction can also result in a permanent criminal record for a crime you di…
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Categories: Criminal Defense
Can a Georgia Prosecutor Use Character Evidence Against a Criminal Defendant?
May 26th, 2025
Georgia laws include specific provisions about use of character evidence against a defendant in a criminal case. Generally, character evidence cannot be used against a defendant, but there are exceptions that make the issue of admissibility complex.…
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Categories: Criminal Defense
What to Know About Plea Deals in Georgia
April 3rd, 2025
In the Georgia criminal justice process, most cases are resolved through a plea deal between the prosecutor and defendant, with the approval of the judge. A plea deal — or plea agreement or plea bargain —can benefit the defendant, prosecutor, and…
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Categories: Criminal Defense
Do I Need to Hire an Expert Witness in a DUI Case?
April 3rd, 2025
If you face a Georgia DUI charge, you may wonder if it is necessary to hire an expert witness to help your case. The answer depends on the unique circumstances and facts of your case and your defense lawyer’s analysis of the case. Having a highly q…
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Categories: DUI
What Is the Georgia First Offender Act?
February 6th, 2025
A first-time arrestee with no prior felony convictions may benefit from a Georgia law known as the First Offender Act, which provides an opportunity to avoid a conviction on the public record if certain conditions are met. If you may be eligible for…
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Categories: Criminal Defense
What to Know about Conspiracy Charges in Georgia
February 3rd, 2025
Conspiracy is a distinct criminal offense in Georgia. It is charged as conspiracy to commit a felony or conspiracy to commit a misdemeanor and may be charged along with other specific criminal charges. Any conspiracy charge is a serious matter with s…
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Categories: Criminal Defense
Why You Shouldn’t Represent Yourself in a Criminal Case
January 7th, 2025
If you face criminal charges, you may wonder whether you really need to have a criminal defense lawyer represent you or whether you can defend against the case yourself. The law gives you the right to legal representation when you are charged with a…
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What To Know About Drugged Driving Charges in Georgia
November 4th, 2024
While most Georgia DUI charges occur because of driving under the influence of alcohol, the state DUI law applies equally to driving under the influence of drugs. A driver may be charged for drugged driving for being under the influence of either ill…
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Categories: DUI
Can I Lose My Job If I’ve Been Arrested?
October 22nd, 2024
An arrest on criminal charges may affect your life beyond the potential penalties that accompany a conviction, including your current and future employment. The best approach for minimizing the impact of an arrest on employment and other matters is t…
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Categories: Criminal Defense
What Happens If You Violate Probation in Georgia
September 18th, 2024
When a judge grants probation, a defendant receives the opportunity to serve time in the community under the supervision of a probation officer, instead of spending the time in jail or prison. But probation has strict conditions. Violating any of the…
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Categories: Criminal Defense