Criminal Justice
First Offender and Drug Cases in Georgia
Many people seeking help from a criminal defense attorney have never been charged with a crime before. Under Georgia criminal law, people who fall into this category are called “first-offenders.” [...]
What You Should Know About Arraignment in a Georgia Criminal Case
There are various stages in a criminal case, varying from arrest, arraignment, trial, and conviction. An arraignment occurs at the beginning of a criminal case. Keep reading to learn [...]
Misdemeanor Punishments in Georgia: Don’t Plead Guilty Before Reading!
A misdemeanor, although less severe than a felony, carries different penalties and has impacts that last long after conviction. So, it is important you have an experienced criminal defense attorney [...]
Understanding the Georgia Legal System: Pretrial Conferences
There are various stages in a criminal case, varying from arrest, arraignment, trial, and conviction. A pretrial conference occurs before the start of a trial. Keep reading to learn more [...]
Everything You Need To Know About SB 105: Early Termination of Probation
On May 3, 2021, Governor Brian Kemp signed SB 105, also known as the probation reform bill, into law. If you are currently on probation, you may qualify for early [...]
Lafler-Frye Hearings in Georgia
Lafler-Frye hearings stem from the Supreme Court’s rulings in Lafler vs. Cooper and Missouri v. Frye. Lafler-Frye hearings allow the prosecutor to put their plea recommendation on the official court [...]
How To Protect Yourself From Legal Representation Scams
A scam is a dishonest or fraudulent scheme. Scams can take many forms, including legal representation scams. Keep reading to learn more about legal representation scams and how to avoid [...]
Everything You Need To Know About Pleas in Georgia Criminal Court
There are a few kinds of pleas in Georgia criminal cases. These include Not Guilty pleas, Guilty pleas, Nolo Contendere pleas, and Alford pleas. In this blog post, you'll learn [...]
July 2022 Update to Bench Warrants in Georgia: What You Need to Know
Whether you have received a traffic citation or have pending criminal charges in a Georgia court, failing to appear in court can have significant consequences. These consequences may include: Arrest [...]
Misunderstood Legal Terms You Should Know (Part 1)
The law is complex. That should go without saying. After all, that's why I have a job, and why it is so essential to hire an attorney who has not [...]
What You Need to Know About Prosecutorial Discretion in Post-Roe Georgia
You have likely heard the news that, with its decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, the United States Supreme Court has overturned the landmark case of Roe v. [...]
Knowledge is Power: Understanding the Georgia Juvenile Court System
The Georgia Juvenile Court system is specifically tasked with "protect[ing] the community, impos[ing] accountability for violations of law, provid[ing] treatment and rehabilitation, and equip[ping] juvenile offenders with the ability to [...]