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In a Georgia criminal case, including a DUI charge, the defendant can file a motion to suppress, which asks the court to exclude the use of specific evidence by the prosecution on the basis that the evidence was obtained in violation of the defendant… Read More

The preliminary hearing is an important part of the pretrial proceedings in a Georgia criminal case. If you face criminal charges in the state, it’s important to understand the purpose and process of a preliminary hearing. Purpose of the Preliminar… Read More

If you are charged with a criminal offense in Georgia, the United States Constitution and Georgia Constitution guarantee you the right to a jury trial. You can, however, waive (give up) that right by entering a plea or requesting a bench trial, in wh… Read More

If you face a criminal charge in Georgia, your case will follow an established criminal process. An arraignment is a step in the process that occurs early in a criminal case, following the arrest or issuance of a citation. Retaining an experienced cr… Read More

Individuals charged with a criminal offense often wonder if they should just plead guilty and accept the consequences. The truth is that entering a guilty plea is one of the most serious mistakes you can make in a criminal case. You should never plea… Read More

After a traffic stop on suspicion of DUI, the Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) in your blood usually determines how the officer will file the official charges associated with a driving under the influence of alcohol arrest. One method of bringing a… Read More

If you receive a speeding ticket in Georgia, the state’s super speeder law imposes an additional $200 fine on top of the other fines and penalties, if you are convicted of exceeding 85 mph on a major highway or 75 mph on a two-lane road. Failure to… Read More

The State of Georgia classifies non-felony traffic violations as misdemeanors, rather than as a lesser offense. State courts may impose probation as part of sentencing for any misdemeanor. If you are placed on misdemeanor probation as part of the sen… Read More