Restitution is determined toward the end of a case and has many financial consequences. It is important that you have an experienced criminal defense attorney who will fight to ensure any restitution amount you are ordered to pay is reasonable. Keep reading to learn more about restitution in criminal legal proceedings. What is Restitution? In […]
The criminal laws of Georgia are harsh on people who repeat crimes and deem them“recidivists.” The recidivist statute’s goal is to punish recidivists more harshly and, ultimately, deter them from committing future crimes. However, data demonstrates that Georgia’s recidivism rate is at 30% despite harsh punishments for recidivism. The high recidivism rate means that the
Probation is a punishment or sentence allowing people to serve their time in the community instead of being incarcerated. In Georgia, probation is run by the Georgia Department of Community Supervision (DCS). This article will discuss the different types of probation in Georgia, the probation process, probation conditions, and what happens when a person violates
There are various stages in a criminal case, varying from arrest, trial, and conviction. A preliminary hearing is an important stage at the beginning of a criminal case. Keep reading to learn more about preliminary hearings, what happens during a preliminary hearing, and the role of an attorney during the hearing. What is a Preliminary
There are many ways to resolve a case; one possible resolution is a plea bargain. Plea bargains are an effective method of resolving many criminal cases. It is important that you have an experienced criminal defense attorney who knows when to take a case to trial and when to resolve the case through a favorable
Criminal cases can end in many ways, whether by a verdict from a jury, a plea, or an acquittal. There are many types of pleas, including a nolo contendere plea. Keep reading to learn more about what happens when someone enters a plea of nolo contendere and its effect on a criminal case. What is
Criminal cases can end in many ways, whether a verdict from a jury, a plea, or an acquittal. However, a criminal case may also end with the prosecution’s entry of a nolle prosequi. Keep reading to learn more about what happens when a nolle prosequi is entered and its effect on criminal cases, criminal records,
Many people charged with a criminal offense ask, “how do I get the evidence tossed out?” Before trial, your criminal defense attorney will likely file a “motion to suppress” to try and get certain evidence excluded. Keep reading to learn more about motions to suppress. What is a Motion to Suppress? In short, a motion
There are various stages in a criminal case, ranging from arrest, arraignment, trial, and conviction. Motions in limine occur before a trial and can change the trajectory of a criminal case. Keep reading to learn more about motions in limine and the role of an attorney when filing a motion in limine. What is a
There are various stages in a criminal case, varying from arrest, arraignment, trial, conviction, and post-conviction. If you believe your trial was unfairly or incorrectly handled, your criminal defense attorney may file a motion for a new trial. If the motion for a new trial is granted, a new trial will be scheduled to give