On the road in front of me I almost hit him I quickly turn to right off road to keep from hitting him. What should I do I filed a complaint. I don't trust cop now after they saying it my fault. If the law can write tickets for wrong reason and be justified of there action by making it... View More 
answered on Jul 27, 2017
It sounds like you need to hire an attorney and enter a Not Guilty Plea. An attorney could obtain additional evidence in the case, such as dash cam or body cam videos, if those are available. An attorney would also advise you on the defenses that are available and the likely outcomes in your case.... View More
My daughter was the victim of domestic violence. She made a police report but like a lot of victims of domestic violence, she is now worried she's going to get her boyfriend and will most likely change her mind about pressing charges. So, my question is, in the state if GA, is it up to her to... View More
answered on Jul 26, 2017
Once the State gets involved in prosecuting the case, it is up to the State whether to proceed with the charges. However, usually, the prosecutor will take the victim's position regarding further prosecution into account when deciding whether to proceed with the case.
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