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test. Was a Gwinnet county resident until recently widowed and evicted when house forclosed. Fine is $2006 and requires going to court. Without evidence of a breathlyzer will he be convicted? He was jailed at that time for 2 days and his license revoked and he has no money to pay.
answered on Nov 28, 2018
He needs to go to the public Defender ASAP. In Georgia you can be arrested for DUI with circumstantial evidence. If he does not have funds he needs to get a PD. Just be mindful that one can subpoena the surveillance video outside waffle house and see if he drove there.
After being in a traffic accident I respectfully told the officer that I didn’t want to take breathalyzer because I am under doctor’s care and was afraid my med. Xanax would register. I only take it at night before bed. I was arrested after a field sobriety test. Then the officer took me to the... View More 
answered on Nov 28, 2018
Yes the fact that you were transported to the hospital indicates that you sustained serious injury. The fact that the accident was 9/18/18 is not too late for a hearing. However, i am concerned and you should also be concerned about being referred to Mental Health Court. However, you don't... View More
I was recently involved in a fender bender with a sheriff who was in his civilian vehicle(big truck). We were stopped at a stop sign and he started to move forward so I assumed he was driving off and veered my head over to check for oncoming traffic, only to bump into him when I looked forward... View More
answered on Nov 28, 2018
To be real honest because the other driver happens to be law enforcement it gets a little more tricky. It may not be as simple as just saying he's "Nope didn't do it". You will need to do more. There are motions that must be made and subpoenas may be necessary to keep law... View More
We live over 300 miles from the county of the offense, My husband and I was charged with a controlled substance Marijuana paraphernalia. Officer said if we pay we don't have to appear in court. Will we have to appear?
answered on Nov 28, 2018
You may not have to appear but it is in your best interest to get an attorney. Looking at the discovery will allow an attorney to see if there are any issues with the citation. There could be 4th amendment issues. In addition, paying a fine is a plea of guilty. This plea can be on your criminal... View More
answered on Nov 28, 2018
DUI means driving under the influence. Georgia drivers who drive with a hangover may be taking serious risks. Even if you are no longer drunk, a hangover could slow reaction times and inhibit driving in a way that catches the attention of a police officer. Thus, a driver who is impaired in this... View More
answered on Oct 31, 2018
The Georgia DDS will revoke your driver's license if:
You receive a 3rd conviction within 5 years for a violation that carries a mandatory suspension (e.g. DUI).
Your driver's license will be revoked for 5 years and you will be declared a “habitual violator."... View More
I refused to blow and respectfully told the officer and provided my pres. under doctor’s care for MDD. I wasn’t sure of the accuracy or even know hoe breathalyzer work. I had not had one drink. I agreed to sobriety test was easy. arrested for dui. I did not know until the reading my papers that... View More
answered on Oct 31, 2018
DUIs can impact your life in so many negative ways. Your situation based on what you presented sounds like a case that should go to trial. You need an attorney. I've had to prepare for a DUI trial with similar facts. I will warn you that you may want to just speak to you attorney and NOT the... View More
answered on Oct 31, 2018
Depends on what county? What type of Charge? Take care of the case in NY now by hiring an attorney. They can schedule a surrender date. With my clients I schedule surrenders and negotiate bonds before my clients turn themselves in. GET AN ATTORNEY IN NY now. because if your picked up in any other... View More
answered on Oct 31, 2018
Depends on what county? What type of Charge? Take care of the case in NY now by hiring an attorney. They can schedule a surrender date. With my clients I schedule surrenders and negotiate bonds before my clients turn themselves in. GET AN ATTORNEY IN NY now. because if your picked up in any other... View More
I told the officer I was changing the tag lights when I got to work and I have is there anyway I can get the ticket dropped?
answered on Sep 17, 2018
It depends on so many things. That would literally be on a case by case basis based on the Solicitor or the County.
answered on Sep 17, 2018
I would need ALOT more information to answer your questions. Like what state? what happened? Etc. Etc. etc
answered on Sep 17, 2018
In Georgia there is NO general constitutional right to discovery exists in a criminal case. However, Georgia has discovery statutes compelling the production of evidence by subpoenas for the production of documents and by notices to produce.
answered on Sep 17, 2018
(a) A person commits the offense of criminal trespass when he or she intentionally damages any property of another without consent of that other person and the damage thereto is $500.00 or less or knowingly and maliciously interferes with the possession or use of the property of another person... View More
answered on Sep 17, 2018
(1) If the quantity of methamphetamine, amphetamine, or a mixture containing either substance involved is 28 grams or more, but less than 200 grams, the person shall be sentenced to a mandatory minimum term of imprisonment of ten years and shall pay a fine of $200,000.00;
(2) If the... View More
INDICTED ON TRAFFICKING METH. IF I WERE TO NEG A PLEA ON METH CHG & ALL OTHER CHGS DROPPED, CAN THE DA STILL USE THOSE CHGS WHEN SENTENCING ME? I HAVE NEVER BEEN IN TROUBLE OF ANY KIND, NOT EVEN A SPEEDING TICKET. 60 YRS OLD - MADE MAJOR MISTAKE DUE TO CIRCUMSTANCES AT THE TIME.
answered on Sep 17, 2018
Well the negotiated plea will be for all the charges IF its just once case. The DA can considering any and everything when negotiating a sentence. However, a lawyer makes sure that the recommendation makes sense and is in line with the facts and the law. So for these major cases, it is always best... View More
answered on Sep 17, 2018
In the Commonwealth of Kentucky the statue: KRS 439.340: An inmate’s initial parole eligibility date is calculated by the Department of Corrections Office of Offender Information Services, based on applicable statutes and regulations governing parole eligibility. After an inmate’s initial... View More
My transfer was approved to move to another county but I am behind on supervision fees to the one that transferred me. Do I owe each county fees now? On jpay those fees look like it all goes to the State of GA and not the counties. Thank you.
answered on Sep 17, 2018
I would say pay your current probation office. Just keep receipts in the event a mix up happens. Based on your question being that its one case being transferred you should just be paying ONE (1) Probation. Just remember to always keep receipts. Even if you haven't before, start doing so now.
Husband got his dismissed after giving her a black eye and split lip. She scratched him. We dont think she should plea guilty and have a conviction on her record. What should she accept and tell her lawyer?
answered on Sep 10, 2018
Well I will need more information. But you can ask your attorney for a case analysis. Have them prepare one so you can get a full look at the case and see what is in your best interest. In a case analysis, you should get the pros and cons on the case and detailed explanation on what the attorney... View More
answered on Sep 10, 2018
First, you are truly brave for seeking helping. Before filing for charges, you should contact the District attorney's office. They will give you a victim advocate and you will get a safety plan and ways to get extra protection.
This is his first offense
answered on Sep 10, 2018
That depends on the type of charge and the facts of the case. It could quite possibly be lowered but more information must be provided.
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