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I was completely hammered drunk, speeding 92 mph going home at 2am. I flew by a police officer. I am a 34 year old woman.
He saw empty beer cans, asked to perform an FST. Toe to heel.
Tells me I failed.
Asked me where I lived.
"1 mile away."
Told... View More 
answered on Mar 31, 2021
Your drunk driving and speeding are not legal. However, there is no law requiring an officer to arrest you.
Georgia? the mom was relatively young, her husband left, she dropped the ball. The child ended up with a really bad ear infection. The moms older sister petitioned the courts for custody of said child. Took the mom as well as the husband(whom was on the aunts side) and they had the mom sign her... View More
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answered on Jan 4, 2021
It depends. Were her rights terminated or did her sister just get custody? We are happy to schedule a consultation to discuss the situation further. The consultations last about an hour and cost $100. 770-723-7211.
If those funds are intended for the relief of the financial burdens of the American populus, incurred due to COVID-19. If the state plans to cannibalize those funds, How is this "help" going to due anymore than the last so called "help" for those who we're struggling Pre-COVID?
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answered on Dec 29, 2020
Yes, the state will take the funds and give them to the custodial parent for child support arrears. The state isn't cannibalizing the funds. The money is owed for child support that should have been paid previously, so that is where the money is going - to help the child.
answered on Oct 26, 2020
The statute that you are referring to is o.c.g.a. 17-7-50....if true, the judge would be required to set a reasonable bond upon petition by the Defendant. There are exceptions if the state intends to seek the death penalty. Specifically, the state can seek additional time (90 more days) to... View More
Does it state in the Ga law in regards to the new covid laws that someone who is still incarcerated almost 6 months now should be let out into the community pending there finally revocation hearing.. And we have been told that ga laws are on suspension but does the law not state the longest... View More
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answered on Jul 17, 2020
This is not a probate question. It should be posted in the criminal law section.
And those hendered your rights to justice Would there be a conflict of interest in any other case in that court system?
answered on Jun 24, 2020
Generally speaking, the answer is no. However, more information is needed about your specific circumstances. It may be best to speak with an attorney who can assess the details of your concerns.
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Is it Ga law that someone is to have a revocation hearing within 60 days from the arrest date or the case is to be dismissed for lack of speedy trail as this is a violation of someone sixth amendment right, also that a person can only be held for a total of 180 days before they have to be released
answered on Jun 5, 2020
No and no, there is no set statutory time period for a person to have a probation revocation hearing. It must be within "a reasonable time". There is no speedy trial for revocation. The 180 days to be released I believe has to do with interstate detainers not probation revocations.
georgia code 16-11-130 says military are exempt, so are service members allowed to conceal carry while they're on leave and not for military training purposes?
answered on Apr 23, 2020
More information is needed before an accurate answer can be provided. It is best to contact an attorney who can assist you with the specifics of your circumstances.
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answered on Mar 23, 2020
You need to speak with a Georgia criminal defense attorney about this, not an administrative law attorney. Based on the time elapsed, you've probably contacted someone by now. If you haven't, do so without delay. If you are in financial difficulty with hiring an attorney to defend you,... View More
This question is for attorneys well-versed in USPS regulations. Does a county police officer (not state or Federal) have the right to stop and interrogate a USPS mail carrier to ask them to verify an addressee's name on a delivered mail item? The police officer in this analogy has no search... View More
answered on Jan 17, 2020
The simple answer is no. Since USPS is a governmental agency with specific regulations and rules, it is best to sift all these type grievances through their channels. On the surface, it appears to be a privacy issue. It is always best to consult an attorney who can assess the specifics of your... View More
In November my child and others received a nude photo of another child (Victim) from a 3rd kid, (Sender). Child immediately deletes picture and never resent it to anyone. This all happened outside of school.
Today - 2 months later, Victim informs someone at school that picture may be... View More
answered on Nov 23, 2019
It is difficult to provide you with an accurate answer, more details about your case are certainly needed. It is in your best interest to contact an attorney who will, at minimum, review your case and provide counsel on what your next steps and options are.
We are glad to assist you. I... View More
answered on Nov 1, 2019
No.
Any person who in good faith seeks medical assistance for a person experiencing or believed to be experiencing a drug overdose shall not be arrested, charged, or prosecuted for a drug violation if the evidence for the arrest, charge, or prosecution of such drug violation resulted... View More
Drug Court participants were assigned to this female counselor/case manager to supervise participants and provide them with counseling services. She actively pursued romantic and sexual relationships with three (identified) male drug court participants. Counselor also invited female drug court... View More
answered on Oct 19, 2019
There are a multitude of potential claims that could be explored here, all depending on the employment status of the individual as well as the obligations and duties of the Counselor.
The Damages would be an interesting project, as would be how liability is assigned. The state has a... View More
answered on Oct 11, 2019
You could add Probate and Estate Planning as categories; attorneys who handle wills would have a better chance of seeing it there. Good luck
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My mother was arrested and kept in holding cells for 3 days only to receive 2 sandwiches, no blanket or sheet, and denied the chance to shower while soiled due to disability. She was also being made fun of and taunted being called stinky by the jail employee. She was given the chance to make a... View More
answered on Jul 1, 2019
The 8th amendment offers protection to ensure your basic human rights are protected if you go to jail or prison. Government facilities in Georgia have certain immunities from lawsuits that private facilities do not. In many circumstances, however, Federal and state “Torts Claims Acts” allow... View More
answered on Jul 1, 2019
If the accused is not arrested under warrant of the Governor by the expiration of the time specified in the warrant or bond, a judge or magistrate may discharge him or may recommit him for a further period not to exceed 60 days, or a judge or magistrate may again take bail for his appearance and... View More
He never even turned lights on until after he entered another county
I am a 29 year civilian ga resident in the state of ga.
I will be 30 years old in the next two months in August. What do I have to do? I have been a local resident in the city of Decatur for 10 years.
answered on May 23, 2019
in most states you petition to get on the ballot. Contact the Ga.Secretary of State's office. Good luck!
answered on Mar 27, 2019
Yes it is. Very illegal. The child molestation statute does not require proof of the defendant's actual arousal; instead, the law requires only that the defendant have acted with the intent to arouse his sexual desires. West's Ga.Code Ann. § 16–6–4(a).
In GA, there has been... View More
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