Los Angeles, CA asked in Criminal Law and Probate for Georgia

Q: What to do if first offenders act was not completed? I need a lawyer located in Georgia.

2008 moved to Arizona they submitted case but P.O. that received my case passed away. GA wouldn't resubmit because I was a resident of AZ. In 2013 GA suspended my license. What to do? I really want this resolved.

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Forrest Clinton Barbour
Forrest Clinton Barbour
Answered
  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Fayetteville, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: I need more information. Your post is unclear. You entered a plea under First Offender in Georgia?

David Edward Boyle
David Edward Boyle
Answered
  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Monroe, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: A successfully completed First Offender case expires on its own without any involvement from anyone, once the time period on the sentence expires the case is over. If the case was tolled or a warrant was taken for your arrest for violating probation the case may still be active.

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