As a criminal defense attorney practicing in Georgia, I often get questions from clients and their families about what happens after a parole hearing. The hearing itself can be stressful, emotional, and filled with uncertainty. But what comes next can be just as confusing, especially if you’re not familiar with the inner workings of the […]
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A client’s case does not end with the criminal trial—it shifts to an equally critical phase: advocating for their release before the Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles. As a criminal defense attorney, I have guided many clients and their families through this emotionally charged, often confusing process. Here’s what you need to know
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In Georgia, serious traffic offenses involve offenses behind the wheel that result in significant danger to public safety, seriously injuring or killing someone, or driving recklessly. These offenses typically have severe consequences and high penalties. If you are charged with a serious traffic offense, you need an experienced attorney to advocate on your behalf. Keep
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Being pulled over by the police can be a stressful and intimidating experience for anyone, especially if you find yourself in a situation where you are facing criminal charges. Knowing your rights and understanding how to handle the encounter appropriately is crucial. This blog post will provide essential guidance on what you should do if
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The process of voir dire is an important stage of a criminal trial because it provides your attorney an opportunity to ask a potential juror questions about themselves to gather any information that could impact their beliefs during the trial. Keep reading to learn more about voir dire in Georgia. What is Voir Dire in
In Georgia, probation is a legal alternative to incarceration run by the Georgia Department of Community Supervision (DCS). While a person is on probation, they are required to follow specific conditions and restrictions. Failing to follow even one probation term can result in your probation being revoked, so it is crucial that you are aware
The rules of courtroom conduct and behavior are incredibly important in ensuring that any hearings in your case go smoothly. Failing to follow the rules of courtroom conduct and behavior can have many consequences, including being held in contempt of court. Keep reading to learn more about the rules of courtroom conduct and behavior and
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