You need an attorney. Depending on the facts of the case, the county, the DA, and all these other factors. Cruelty to children can and have been dealt with differently. A person convicted of the offense of cruelty to children in the second degree shall be punished by imprisonment for not less than... View More

Yes, a charge like theft can and will affect employment opportunities. This particular charge goes to your truth-telling and can have some damaging effects. An attorney can try to dispute the case if the facts are as you suggested but most importantly provide a plan so that it doesn't have... View More

In Georgia, the term “truck” means any vehicle equipped with more than six wheels, except buses and motorcoaches.

(b) On roads, streets, or highways with three or more lanes allowing for movement in the same direction, it shall be unlawful for any truck to operate in any lanes other... View More

In Georgia

(a) No person shall operate or ride upon a motorcycle unless he or she is wearing protective headgear which complies with standards established by the commissioner of public safety.

(b) No person shall operate or ride upon a motorcycle if the motorcycle is not equipped... View More

You can ask the court for a reduction or even ask for community service in lieu of the fine. I hope this helps.

You need to make sure that the suspended license was for child support and not a failure to appear. You will find that out during the arraignment.

When a person accused of committing a crime, the arraignment is when the accusation is read to the person and the person is required to answer... View More

An owner who knowingly operates a motor vehicle without effective insurance on such vehicle shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction thereof, shall be subject to a fine of not less than $200.00 nor more than $1,000.00 or imprisonment for not more than 12 months, or both.

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Yes, the judge can. So because the PO filed the warrant that probably tolled his probation. Toll means to stop. So as of the 2/7/2019 the PO issued a warrant which was probably in conjunction with a tolling order. Pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 42-8-36(a)(3), the effective date of the tolling of the... View More

Possession of more than one ounce of marijuana is a lesser included offense of possession of more than one ounce of marijuana with intent to distribute, and, so, a defendant/ your boyfriend CANNOT be convicted and punished for possession, where he was convicted and punished for possession with... View More

If you paid the ticket, please call the court and see if you must still show up. There may be other issues that may need to be addressed ( e.g. Super speeder). However, I would call the court tell and them when and how much you paid and see whether you need to attend. In addition, if you hire a... View More

You have to get the court to recall the warrant. Most of the time it is not automatic, you must show proof of payment and then address the issue of the warrant. If the warrant was issued because you missed court you have to go address it even if you paid the fine because that the court can still... View More

It is generally accepted under Georgia law that first offender treatment is unavailable to persons who are convicted of DUI (including those who plead nolo contendere). Sims v. State, 214 Ga. App. 443, 448 S.E.2d 77 (1994)

Moreover, Georgia law does not contain any “deferred... View More

Hey, I know this case is probably pretty overwhelming, however, any attorney will need more information to answer your questions. There are so many factors that will be needed to be considered before any of us attempt to answer your question. I hope this helps.

In theory there should be a video if the car is equipped. Not all cars are equipped though. Further, there are times the video may not be activated. A proper discovery request should yield the answers you seek. The attorney should have all the discovery and that should include the dash cam video. I... View More

ou need to hire someone to represent you. Cause these are serious charges. Just because the charges are false does not mean they just go away. We are all familiar with many people serving prison time for something they did not do. Protect yourself and hire an attorney. You do not want to wait on... View More

He can request a motion to modify his sentence and if done in time, he can also request to withdraw his plea. However, keep in mind he may still not get the 5 years. I don't have the facts of your case and the co-defendant could have potentially presented the state with information, or he... View More

You need to hire someone to represent you. Cause these are serious charges. Just because the charges are false does not mean they just go away. We are all familiar with many people serving prison time for something they did not do. protect yourself friend and get an attorney.

There is NO expungement of military court-martial records, even if you are acquitted at trial. Here is a recent case of a person who sought to have his court-martial conviction expunged.

The United States Department of the Navy (Navy) dishonorably discharged Jerome Randolph, the pro se... View More

In Georgia, a person commits the offense of escape when he or she: Being in lawful custody or lawful confinement prior to adjudication, intentionally escapes from such custody or confinement.

Ga. Code Ann. § 16-10-52 (West)

Depending on the crime he can be charged with an... View More

File a motion for a Speedy Trial.