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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Georgia on
Q: Am I facing any jail time being a 1st offender with the following charges:Possession of Firearm and Aggravated Assault?

I am 30 years old with no previous criminal record, I have served as an armed security guard for 3years. Recently road rage got the best of me and I was indicted with 2 felony charges and aggressive driving. Will I have to serve any jail time? And can I trust a Public Defender with this case or... View More

Cory Yager
Cory Yager
answered on Sep 23, 2018

If you lose a felony aggravated assault case, you likely would have to serve state prison time. Insofar as whether you can trust a public defender, the quick answer may be, "What is your other option?" Self-representation is a very bad option.

If you have family or friends that...
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2 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI for Georgia on
Q: Can a drivers license be suspended even if there wasn't a DUI conviction (20 years ago)?
Cory Yager
Cory Yager
answered on Sep 23, 2018

Sounds as though you may have skipped out on court, and a "failure to appear" warrant suspended your right to drive. Your best bet is to contact a criminal defense attorney that deals with Georgia criminal history records. Such an old case will require a good bit of time, so be prepared... View More

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