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answered on Mar 4, 2023
I know Tift County State Court very well.
The local court fine for Tift State Court is set according to the court's own fine schedule. You can check with the Clerk's office to determine the local court fine amount for this speed if you were to just plead guilty to the ticket... View More 
I got a reckless driving and street racing charges on my record, but my car wasn't damaged and no one was injured. I'm currently out on bail. My DDS dashboard says my license is valid and when I called them the lady on the phone said that it also shows it's valid on her end. Does... View More
answered on Jul 17, 2022
In Georgia an under 21 years old's driver's license is not suspended just merely based on the issuance of a reckless driving charge. If you are convicted of the reckless driving you will suffer a 6 month license suspension. A lawyer may be able to help you avoid the suspension by... View More
I definitely need a high powered attorney
answered on Dec 25, 2021
I agree. It is difficult to answer without more information. Contact 2 or 3 attorneys directly for a case evaluation and then you can make the best decision for your situation. Good luck!
I’m also facing Aggravated battery, battery and cruelty to children. I’m currently on probation for Domestic Violence that ends October 2020
answered on Sep 21, 2020
Cruelty to the children in the 3rd degree is a misdemeanor and is the least severe of the
Under O.C.G.A. § 16-5-70(d), any person commits the crime of cruelty to children in the third degree when 1) such person, being the primary aggressor, intentionally allows a child under the age of 18... View More
i have completed the defensive driving course and i got a previous 6 months that is still in affect with just a little under 3 months left from a previous offense back in february. this offense was in march. ticket was in alpharetta GA
answered on Sep 1, 2020
This is an excellent question.
Many more details would need to be known about you, your type of license and your current driving history in order to give you a complete answer.
It is best to contact an experienced Georgia traffic ticket attorney who can give you a complete... View More
Took field sobriety tests and blood tests. Got a Dui less safe ticket no jail
answered on Aug 29, 2020
I would advise you to secure free consultations with experienced GA DUI criminal defense attorneys who will be able to give you a complete case evaluation after learning more about the specific facts of your case. Then hire the attorney who you feel most competent and comfortable with.
I... View More
I have an improper left turn ticket I’d like to handle but courts are closed. And I have an FTA. How do I handle this? Can I get a specialized license until the courts do reopen?
answered on Aug 12, 2020
Most traffic ticket courts in GA are opened at least on a limited basis right now during COVID-19. However, a few are still closed.
I would advise you to immediately contact the specific court or speak with an experienced GA traffic ticket attorney to better understand your current... View More
answered on Aug 11, 2020
This is a good question. Unfortunately, I am not aware of any websites which will provide pending arrest warrant information.
However, I do believe that an experienced criminal defense attorney may be able to make some phone calls on your behalf to find an answer to this important... View More
Will there be a warrant,
Happened in Louisville ky
answered on Jul 23, 2020
It is up to the Court as to whether an arrest warrant or license suspension is issued for a missed court date.
I would advise you to immediately contact the court or speak with an experienced GA criminal defense/traffic ticket attorney to better understand your current situation and... View More
He got arrested 7/11/2020 no bond in ga but bond in tx.
answered on Jul 15, 2020
This is a good question but much more information would be needed about both the Texas case and Georgia case before an attorney would be able to provide advice.
I would advise you to speak with an experienced GA criminal defense attorney to better your current situation and options.... View More
On probation for posession of alprazolam (xanax)
answered on Jul 14, 2020
This is an excellent question.
There definitely are some actions that you can take proactively to help your situation. However, an attorney will need to know much more about your case before advising you as to the best course of action for you.
I would advise you to speak with and... View More
answered on Jul 13, 2020
This is an excellent question.
In Georgia, it is a FELONY, under O.C.G.A. §16-7-23 if you:
Intentionally damage someone else’s property without their consent and the damage is valued at more than $500 and carries a possibly penalty of 1 to 5 years in prison.
I would... View More
answered on Jul 12, 2020
This is an excellent question.
Generally speaking, it is up to each specific Court as to whether the Court allows a traffic ticket to be payable without a court appearance.
For your specific ticket, I am often able to secure a Dismissal of your charge without you having to appear at... View More
answered on Jul 11, 2020
This is an excellent question.
The simple answer to your question is No, the State is not required to test a Defendant for drugs in order to charge or prove a DUI Drugs case. Generally speaking, if the State does not have a positive drug test, the State will normally try to prove a DUI... View More
truck was passing my son at the same time the cop said he flagged him. Can I ask for dash cam footage of this. Can I use the app to prove he wasnt speeding
answered on Jul 11, 2020
This is an excellent question.
Many more details would need to be known in order to give you a complete evaluation with respect to trying to get your App which provides speed into evidence at trial and if Dash Cam was available and would even help determine speed. The results from the App... View More
answered on Jul 1, 2020
I am unsure of your question.
If your question is can GA issue an arrest warrant for a person from South Carolina for missing a court date or allegedly committing an illegal crime in GA, the answer is yes.
I have been practicing criminal defense law in GA for over 20 years.... View More
I dont know if they tied my previous calling of the police to my home. But after I was omw to work and my fiancee was getting ready to go to Atlanta with her family to visit, she called me and told me she was injured so I picked her up and took her to the hospital in which from the moment we... View More
answered on Jul 1, 2020
I am very sorry for what happened to you.
After speaking with you and learning all of the details about your case, an experienced Georgia criminal defense attorney will be able to evaluate your case and all of your potential defenses.
I have been practicing criminal defense law in... View More
I called the police but I dont want to press charges I just wanted them to de-escalate the situation.
answered on Jul 1, 2020
I am very sorry for you and your fiancee's situation. This is a good question.
After speaking with your fiancee, an experienced Georgia criminal defense attorney will be able to evaluate his case and all of his potential defenses.
I have been practicing criminal defense law... View More
Outside forces would be referring to weather, road hazards, etc
answered on Jul 1, 2020
This is a good question. Georgia 40-6-180 is the GA law that people often refer to as Too Fast For Conditions and/or Basic Rules.
For a non CDL GA license, a conviction under this statute (40-6-180) is not reported to the GA Department of Driver Services.
In my legal opinion, a... View More
The charge is because of my then boyfriend who is now my husband he refuses to show up to court and he has asked for all charges to be dropped this pending charge is affecting my life tremendously
answered on Jun 27, 2020
I am very sorry for your situation.
After speaking with you and learning all of the important details, an experienced Georgia criminal defense attorney will be able to evaluate your case and all of your potential defenses and help you!
I have been practicing criminal defense law in... View More
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