Legal Knowledge. Courtroom Experience. Empathetic Advice.
The Fourth Amendment gives people protective rights against unreasonable search and seizure. If the police search a home illegally, for example, then the evidence collected may not be usable in a court case. The same can be said if the police pull over a vehicle...
Some people think about crimes like assault, murder and other violent crimes when they think about people facing criminal charges. While those are often the infractions that are highly publicized, not all crimes prosecuted in the U.S. involve violence. White collar...
Evidence plays a key role in the prosecution of criminal cases. Courts cannot just convict someone because the police think that person committed the crime. They need some kind of proof. If you are facing charges, understanding how the evidence against you can be...
Assault, in legal terms, refers to intentionally causing apprehension of harm or fear in another person without direct physical contact. Unlike battery, which involves physical harm, assault is about the threat of harm. In many states, including Georgia, the law...
Assault is an offense that can get one into legal trouble. The severity of any particular case depends on the circumstances surrounding it. An assault can be classified as simple or aggravated. A simple assault occurs when someone has clear intent to injure another –...
The criminal justice system is complicated, especially for someone unfamiliar with it. This is especially true when you’re trying to understand terms like bail, bond and the role of a bondsman. Knowing these terms can make a significant difference if you or someone...
Have you ever been so angry at someone that you wanted to punch them in the face? Maybe you even tried to do it, but you missed. You might think that you're off the hook because you didn't actually hit them. However, that's not necessarily true. In the state of...
If you were arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) in Georgia, you may have to appear in court to enter a plea. While showing up might sound simple enough, people still miss their court dates. They lose track of time, forget or underestimate how important it...
Being accused of a crime is, by all means, devastating. It gets worse if you are accused of a crime like sexual assault. Besides a ruined reputation, a conviction for sex assault can not only earn you years in jail but also a lifetime slot in the sex offender’s...
Traffic stops can be a highly stressful and nerve-wracking experience. The flashing blue lights and the jolting sound of the siren can catch anyone off-guard. If you know your rights as a driver in Georgia, you may be able to mitigate the situation and protect...