Prosecutorial Discretion

What You Need to Know About Prosecutorial Discretion in Post-Roe Georgia

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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. Wade. The case prevented states from regulating abortions in many circumstances and stood as binding precedent for 50 years.  So what happens now? The short answer is that […]

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Knowledge is Power: Understanding the Georgia Juvenile Court System

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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 live responsibly and productively.” O.C.G.A. § 15-11-1. Georgia Juvenile Courts generally have jurisdiction over individuals who commit offenses prior to their 17th birthday. There are

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Know Your Rights on the Fourth of July

Know Your Rights on the Fourth of July

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Every holiday weekend results in crime suppression crackdowns, and this Fourth of July will probably be no exception. Record high gas prices may keep some drivers home this weekend, but I suspect many people will still be hitting the road for the holiday. Traffic violations, DUI, and Boating Under the Influence are charges that frequently

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How to Avoid Criminal Charges After an Accident

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Being involved in a car accident is a frightening experience, even if the accident is relatively minor. Adding to the stress of an accident is the fact that it can result in criminal charges, especially if your actions may have caused the collision.  Click here to read my blog post about some common traffic citations that

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Boating Under the Influence Crackdown: What You Need To Know About BUI

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According to 11 Alive, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources made 31 arrests for Boating Under the Influence over Memorial Day weekend. That’s more than double the number from last year. One of those arrests resulted from a crash that killed five people on the Wilmington River. Many people do not realize that Boating Under the Influence

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Georgia Cracks Down On Drag Racing: What You Need To Know

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The pandemic caused a dramatic increase in drag racing. There are a few reasons for this. The highways were emptier. People had more time to customize and work on their vehicles. And bars and clubs were closed, forcing people to seek other places to socialize.  Georgia was certainly not exempt from this surge. In February 2020, Atlanta

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