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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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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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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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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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Should You Post Information About Your Criminal Case on Social Media?
August 2nd, 2024
Many people actively use social media to talk about what’s going on in their lives. If you are one of those people, and you have a criminal case pending against you, you should be very cautious about what you post. Often, the best strategy is to av…
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What Is a Motion To Suppress in Georgia?
July 16th, 2024
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…
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What Is a Preliminary Hearing?
June 27th, 2024
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…
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What Is a Bench Trial in Georgia?
May 28th, 2024
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…
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What Is an Arraignment?
December 21st, 2023
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…
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Why You Should Not Plead Guilty to a Georgia Criminal Charge
November 30th, 2023
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…
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