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Q: Can I be convicted of a sell of meth. Just because I was present
Jason Swindle
Jason Swindle
answered on Dec 17, 2016

Well, to fully answer that question, you would need to know all of the facts surrounding the arrest. However, the prosecutor will probably rely on the legal concept of "party to a crime." In general, this means that if you aided, assisted, encouraged, helped, or were otherwise involved... View More

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Q: On felony probation and just got a tampering with evidence charge what kind of time am i facing
Jason Swindle
Jason Swindle
answered on Dec 10, 2016

Well, you face a probation revocation where the judge can put you in jail for a period of time depending on the circumstances surrounding probation.

Georgia has 2 Tampering statutes.

Tampering w evidence in your case is a misdemeanor (12 months max in jail).

Tampering w...
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Q: what could two counts of the following charge bring? 16-8-18 - Entering automobile or other motor vehicle with intent

My son was arrested yesterday with two counts of the above charges he also has an open case for 1 ounce or less of marijuana that he goes to court for on the 28th of this month I wanted to know what they could set his bail too and what could he be facing? I have records that he has been diagnosed... View More

Jason Swindle
Jason Swindle
answered on Nov 17, 2016

What county is the case pending in?

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