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When police arrive after a fight, they often step into a confusing scene where emotions are high, injuries are visible and everyone has a different version of what happened. The person accused of violence may feel like officers only heard one side of the story,...
When confrontations arise, people often have to make rapid judgments regarding their next steps. They may attempt to leave a situation that has become volatile. Other times, they may believe that they need to act immediately to protect themselves or others from an...
In Georgia, not all assault charges carry the same weight. Certain underlying factors can transform a simple assault into an aggravated assault, which is a far more serious offense. Hence, knowing what triggered the change can help you better understand the charge you...
Murder is the most serious homicide charge. However, not every situation where a person faces charges for causing the death of another involves intentionally killing another person. There are scenarios in which the state might pursue manslaughter charges instead of...
When facing assault charges, there is the potential for fairly serious sentences. You may have to spend time behind bars, pay restitution to the victim, spend time on probation and have a permanent record, for example. It depends on the severity of the specific...
The felony murder law in Georgia is one of the most far‑reaching in the country. Many people are shocked to learn they can face a murder charge even if they didn’t kill anyone. Understanding the law is crucial for anyone charged with murder. Let’s take a brief look at...
In some states, while you can use self-defense, you do have a duty to retreat. The goal should always be to avoid a physical confrontation. Self-defense is supposed to be only a last resort when all else has failed. You have tried to avoid the conflict but were unable...
When you hear the terms “assault” and “battery,” they’re often used interchangeably. In everyday conversation, the two can get lumped together, creating confusion about what each actually involves. The truth is that while assault and battery both relate to physical...
In Georgia, assault charges can range from misdemeanors to serious felonies, depending on the circumstances of a particular defendant’s circumstances. While both assault and aggravated assault involve threats or actions of harm against another person, the key...
Self-defense may be your strongest argument when facing charges involving violence or harm against another person. As such, it helps to understand what the law in Georgia says about when and how you're legally allowed to use force to protect yourself. You can claim...