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If I get a out of state ccw permit from a state that allows carry under the age of 21 can I then carry in GA as a 19 y/o?
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answered on Jan 13, 2025
No. Georgia is a constitutional carry state, which means you do not even need a permit to carry a concealed firearm if you're over 21 and otherwise allowed to have a firearm.
That being so, if you have a concealed carry permit from another state, reciprocity would mean that Georgia... View More 
The defendant was a passenger in a work vehicle and the vehicle was pulled over for a tag light being out. The driver/co defendant had drugs in her bra and gave the police permission to search the vehicle. More drugs were found in her bag behind the driver’s seat. The defendant didn’t know... View More
These are his changes. Improper Lane Change/Failure to Maintain Lane
Trafficking in Cocaine, Illegal Drugs, Marijuana, or Methamphetamine. I wanna know what they gonna do like he need a lawyer bad to help us
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answered on Jan 12, 2025
He did not get a bond because of the trafficking charge. Magistrate courts are not authorized to give a bond for someone charged with trafficking because only a Superior court can issue a bond on those cases. Practically speaking, a bond motion that needs to be filed on his behalf and then... View More
In one jurisdiction I have a misdemeanor first offense charge out on probation. In another I got a felony charge. What should I be looking at far as bond or no bond? How much a bond could possibly be? Will I bond out one place and then they send me to this next place? Do I need to get a good lawyer... View More
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answered on Jan 12, 2025
Navigating charges in multiple jurisdictions can be complex. Different counties may share information, so it's possible that the misdemeanor charge could impact how the felony charge is handled. Bond amounts vary based on the severity of the charges and your history, but felonies typically... View More
First misdemeanor marijuana charge and the felony charge is a pill.
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answered on Jan 12, 2025
Sure-under those circumstances you "can" get a bond. There's nothing in the law that says the court cannot give you a bond under those circumstances. However, if the prosecutor/court knows or finds out that you picked up a new felony charge while out on misdemeanor probation, they... View More
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answered on Jan 13, 2025
In Georgia, tracking someone without their permission can violate several state laws. One relevant statute is Georgia Code § 16-11-62, which addresses stalking. Under this law, stalking includes following or harassing another person in a way that causes fear or emotional distress. Additionally,... View More
I wasn't aware of the court date being today what happens now
sentence 60-120 days for probabtion violation
My son was verbally and physically assaulted by his teacher on more than 1 occasion. They lied on him and the video is proof. His teacher threatened him as well. Even the school officials that were in the meeting agreed she was being too rough with him and they had a problem with her being loud and... View More
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answered on Jan 10, 2025
Your situation is deeply concerning, and it's clear that your son's rights and safety have been violated. This kind of treatment of a vulnerable child is unacceptable, and you have every right to take immediate action to protect him.
Given the serious nature of these incidents,... View More
Why am I being arraigned again?
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answered on Jan 7, 2025
It just might be a clerical error. Or the notice was delayed in the mail and arrived after your court date. That happens sometimes.
private probation service, misdemeanor, 2 months until termination date, charge is for shoplifting due to food insecurity
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answered on Jan 7, 2025
Given financial hardship and the circumstances of the original offense being tied to food insecurity, judges typically show understanding in compliance hearings when non-payment is due to genuine inability to pay rather than willful non-compliance. Courts are increasingly recognizing that... View More
The aggravated battery count in which I was convicted of only contained statutory language while the aggravated assault count contained the specific actions I was to have allegedly committed. I was found not guilty of the actions that led to the battery so how could I be guilty of one? Please help.
An older aggressive man had my wife in fear for her safety she threw a rock at him he threw the rock and dented our car. Is this considered assault by him? Or damage to property or what?
My wife threw a rock at a guy and hit him in the stomach because she was in fear for her safety because he was approaching her fast and threatening and he picked the rock up and threw it at the car denting it. My basement question is throwing a rock denting the car Is that considered assaultt? Or... View More
My 911 operators often ask for the last 4 digits of an individuals SSN for pin point identification. This is because some individuals have the same name and date of birth. In regards of checking an individual's wanted status are they required to give law enforcement the last 4 of their SSN? I... View More
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answered on Jan 13, 2025
In Georgia, 911 operators may request the last four digits of a person's Social Security Number (SSN) to accurately identify individuals, especially when names and birthdates are common. However, providing this information is not always mandatory. Individuals have rights regarding their... View More
If I tell cop no you can not search the vehicle I was in and now is locked but they search anyway and I go to jail, I am not on probation and the vehicle was not in my name
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
I'm sorry you’re going through this difficult situation. You have rights when interacting with law enforcement, including the right to refuse a vehicle search under certain circumstances. If the police conducted a search without your consent, a warrant, or probable cause, it might be... View More
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