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How to Prepare for Your First Meeting with a Criminal Defense Attorney

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Preparing for your first initial consultation with a criminal defense attorney can feeling intimidating and anxiety provoking. You may be facing serious criminal charges, and you want to make sure you prepare the best you can, all while juggling work, your personal life, and much more. The good news is that your initial consultation is […]

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Simple Battery vs. Aggravated Battery

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There are several different types of batteries in Georgia. It’s important to know the difference between them, and the different penalties associated with them. In this blog, we’ll discuss simple and aggravated battery. Keep reading to learn more about simple and aggravated battery under Georgia law. What is Simple Battery? According to O.C.G.A. § 16-5-23, a

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Simple Assault vs. Aggravated Assault: What’s the Difference?

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There are two primary types of assault under Georgia law: simple assault and aggravated assault. It’s important to know the difference between the two, and the different penalties associated with each. Keep reading to learn more about simple and aggravated assault under Georgia law. What is Simple Assault? According to O.C.G.A. § 16-5-20, a person commits

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Hit and Runs in Georgia

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A hit and run accusation can turn a single moment on the road into a life-altering situation. As a criminal defense lawyer, I’ve seen how quickly misunderstandings, panic, or incomplete information can lead to charges that do not reflect what actually happened. Not every hit and run involves a reckless decision to flee. In this

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Domestic Violence Cases During the Holiday Season

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December, and the holiday season in particular, has a way of magnifying whatever is already simmering beneath the surface. For many families, it’s warmth, celebration, and connection. For others, it is pressure, financial strain, and heightened emotions. These pressures can take many forms, including domestic violence disputes. Keep reading to learn more about domestic violence

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A Thanksgiving Message: The Importance of Gratitude and Second Chances

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As Thanksgiving approaches, many of us turn our thoughts to gratitude. We spend time with family, eat food, watch football, and have the rare chance to slow down. But for those who have been arrested, are facing criminal charges, or have a loved one navigating the criminal legal system, the holiday season can feel anything

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Thanksgiving and DUI Arrests: What You Need to Know Before the Holiday Season

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For most of us, Thanksgiving is a time to relax, reconnect with family, and enjoy a well-deserved break. It’s also one of the busiest times of year, especially when it comes to DUI arrests. At Kevin Fisher Legal, we want you to celebrate, be thankful, and enjoy being around your loved ones! But, we also

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Tricks, Treats, and Trouble: Common Halloween Arrests and How to Avoid Them (Part 2)

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Happy Halloween! Halloween is officially here, which means that the holiday festivities will be in full swing. People will attend Halloween-themed parties, haunted houses, and much more! A few weeks ago, I posted about common Halloween arrests. Let’s talk a bit more about additional common charges people face on or around Halloween, and how you

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Tricks, Treats, and Trouble: Common Halloween Arrests and How to Avoid Them (Part 1)

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Halloween is such a fun time of the year! Between the costumes, candy, haunted houses, and scares, Halloween is a great time for everyone of all ages to enjoy themselves. But Halloween can often lead to a spike in arrests from Halloween-themed parties, pranks gone wrong, and consuming alcohol. These arrests often involve people who

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Misunderstood Legal Terms You Should Know – Part 2

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The legal world is full of jargon that is confusing and hard to navigate. We often hear this jargon used in television and social media, but what do these terms mean? Awhile back, I wrote a blog post about commonly misunderstood legal terms to answer this common question. Let’s explore a few more terms that

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