What is the Child Abuse Registry?
In the last couple of years, many individuals charged with crimes in Georgia have gotten a notice in the mail stating that they have been put on the “Child Abuse Registry.” This notice usually comes after an arrest or investigation, but often comes before a person has been convicted or even charged with a crime. […]
Entrapment: Defenses to Crimes in Georgia (Pt. 2)
Entrapment is an affirmative statutory defense to a crime in Georgia, which means that it is built right into the state code. Entrapment occurs when an officer or agent of the state persuades a person to commit a crime he or she would not have otherwise committed. Entrapment has three elements: First, the idea of […]
Equal Access: Defenses to Crimes in Georgia (Pt. 1)
In this series of blogposts we will be discussing common defenses to crimes in Georgia. If you have been charged with a crime (or even if you are under investigation for a potential crime), it is crucial that you know what your defenses are. Some defenses are quite obvious. For example, you did not commit […]
How to Get a Pardon for a Felony Conviction in Georgia
Once you have been convicted of a felony in Georgia, you will likely be stuck with it on your record for life. This is the case whether you were convicted by a jury or pleaded guilty in front of a judge. One of the ways to truly clear your record is through filing a petition […]
Justification: Self Defense in Georgia Law
Self-defense (legally known as justification) is one of the most effective legal defenses a person can raise in a criminal case in Georgia. This is in part because an argument of self-defense is available before and during trial. To raise this defense before trial, your attorney can file what is commonly called an “immunity motion.” […]
Can you withdraw a guilty plea in Georgia?
In today’s post, I discuss when a person is allowed to withdraw a guilty plea. Many people, for one reason or another, change their mind after pleading guilty to a crime and wish to withdraw their plea. Georgia law permits the withdraw of a guilty plea only in certain circumstances. Withdrawing a Guilty Plea Before […]
Should You Hire An Attorney While Your Case Is Still Under Investigation?
The simple answer to this question is, yes! In many criminal cases, a person is arrested either in the act of the alleged crime or immediately after. Other times, however, an arrest warrant comes after a period of investigation. This usually happens with more serious crimes. A person does not always know when he is […]
Understanding Statutes of Limitations in Georgia Criminal Cases
In today’s post we will explore the concept of statute of limitations in Georgia law. Simply put, a statute of limitation is a time limit on how long the state can wait to prosecute you for a crime after it has occurred. The general rule is that the more serious the crime is, the longer […]
Understanding Arrest Warrants, Indictments, and Accusations
In today’s post, I discuss the difference between arrest warrants, indictments, and accusations. Most criminal cases in Georgia begin with police officers arresting an individual for a violation of the Georgia criminal code. Arrests can occur with or without an arrest warrant depending on the circumstances. If a police officer has probable cause to believe […]
Getting an Uncontested Divorce in Georgia
Divorce is never easy. Not only is it extremely emotionally difficult and complex, it can also be very expensive. The price of a divorce usually depends both on the complexity of a couple’s financial and family situation and how much disagreement there is between the parties. For couples who agree on the particulars of their […]
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