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I was charged with a city ordinance violation for "no proof of vaccinations" in Georgia. At my first court appearance, I requested a transfer to state court for a jury trial. The magistrate judge has now requested a bond. Is it normal for a bond to be requested under these circumstances,... View More 
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
Yes, it is possible for a judge to request a bond even after you’ve requested a jury trial transfer, though it may not always be expected in every case. A bond is typically requested to ensure that you appear for your court proceedings, especially if the judge believes there is any risk of... View More
I am renting a property in Augusta, Georgia, and have an inoperable vehicle that I previously received a notice from code enforcement about. If I store the vehicle on the property with a car cover, will that prevent further issues with code enforcement?
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
In Augusta, Georgia, covering an inoperable vehicle with a car cover does not exempt it from code enforcement regulations. According to Augusta-Richmond County Ordinance Code 3-5-135, an inoperative or junk vehicle is defined as any automobile, vehicle, or trailer that is wrecked, dismantled,... View More
If you're arrested on a bench warrant and u have ur purse on u can the police legally search it? No new charges so no reason to search for anything that would have to do with a new crime being committed.
answered on Aug 15, 2024
Most likely, yes. Your person and/or purse can be searched incident to arrest without a warrant.
Are body cameras legal for a regular person to wear
Non law enforcement
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answered on Jun 2, 2024
In Georgia, it is generally legal for a regular person to wear a body camera. However, you need to be mindful of privacy laws and consent requirements. Recording conversations without the consent of at least one party involved can be a violation of Georgia's wiretapping law.
When you... View More
Can an impound lot sell a vehicle without running it through the courts
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answered on May 27, 2024
An impound yard typically cannot sell a vehicle with a lien on it without following specific legal procedures. The impound yard must notify the lienholder of the vehicle's status and give them an opportunity to claim it. This process ensures that the rights of the lienholder are respected.... View More
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answered on Apr 10, 2024
In the state of Georgia, a resident manager of a mobile home park generally cannot directly fine a resident for running a stop sign within the park. Traffic violations are typically enforced by law enforcement officers, not private property managers.
However, the mobile home park may have... View More
I was told by an officer, they only cover the ring camera when a person doesn’t open the door for an officer. My ring camera was not covered at the time, but as the search went on the camera was covered .
answered on Mar 29, 2024
That's tampering with evidence and is illegal. You can sue the for a civil rights violation, though your judgment would be nominal without other damages and you can file a motion to suppress any evidence obtained as a result of the search.
Have someone who had overdosed and police seized substances from the scene. a week later put out warrant for arrest. Legal? According to the amnesty laws? He should be protected from my understanding of reading these laws. Please tell me if i am misunderstanding it tho. I doesnt think i am and... View More
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answered on Mar 20, 2024
It sounds like you're referring to Good Samaritan laws, which are designed to encourage people to seek medical help in the event of an overdose by providing certain protections against drug possession charges. These laws vary widely from state to state, and the specifics of the protections... View More
the auto does not run. I contacted the owner several times and he always promises to have it removed but never does.
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answered on Mar 2, 2024
In this situation, you may have legal recourse to address the abandoned vehicle on your property. Firstly, familiarize yourself with the laws and regulations regarding abandoned vehicles in your jurisdiction. These laws typically outline the process for dealing with abandoned vehicles and may... View More
I was driving down the street and a property owner had his trash can near the road way n I hit it with my vehicle I broke my mirror.
I reported it to police they said I'm at fault but after doing some digging the city ordinance prohibited his trash being placed there on the incident... View More
answered on Feb 22, 2024
In order for someone to be liable for your damages, their negligence must have been the cause of the damage. Here, what you describe is that the cause is your inattention, not that the object was at the street.
Have a tax I payments from a car registration and a nailer that can verify
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answered on Feb 23, 2024
To prove your residency at a specific address from January 1, 2018, to December 2018 without a lease agreement, you can utilize alternative documentation such as tax payments, car registrations, and utility bills. These documents serve as evidence of your connection to the address during the... View More
They came to my house and said that I don't have insurance. I showed them proof of insurance, my registration, and my license and they still took it. This is the second time. The fist time I had to pay 1,200 dollars to get my truck back.
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answered on Feb 4, 2024
In the United States, law enforcement agencies generally have the authority to tow a vehicle if they believe it is in violation of certain laws or poses a threat. However, the specific circumstances vary by state and local regulations.
If you have valid proof of insurance, registration,... View More
Have the highway county does not allow sales outside Gilmer -city of ellijay - very weird but we are wanting to move in the area with our property but they put up signs and looks horrible
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answered on Dec 25, 2023
In your situation, where a city has annexed property that includes a distillery on a county road, there are a few steps you can take to address your concerns. First, it's important to understand the specifics of the annexation process. Typically, a city can annex adjacent areas through legal... View More
My Difficult neighbor is trying to state that where the boundary line begins/ends to My property actually is 5 to 7 feet away from the rock That has been placed as a marker by the surveyors of plots/property ownership, Hence saying that I am unable to put a fence up where the actual block to divide... View More
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answered on Nov 7, 2023
Property boundaries in Georgia are generally determined by a recorded plat, a legal land survey, or the property deed descriptions. If there is a dispute about where the actual boundary lies, it's usually necessary to get a new survey conducted by a licensed land surveyor. In Rincon, as... View More
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answered on Sep 29, 2023
The laws concerning abandoned property vary by jurisdiction, but you may need to go through a legal process to remove the camper. Generally, this involves notifying the owner and giving them a certain amount of time to remove it before you can take action. Failure to follow the proper procedures... View More
I'm in Grovetown, I want to put up a 50-foot tower in my yard for a CB antenna. Do I need a permit, If so how to get it? My yard is 2 acres, there's a neighborhood wrapping around one corner, one side has a street, and the other side is a house with a few acres. plz help and thx.
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answered on Aug 3, 2023
In Georgia, the requirements for permits for antenna towers may vary depending on the local zoning and building regulations in your specific area, such as Grovetown. Typically, the need for a permit may be determined by the height of the tower and other local regulations.
...and then 2) If the car is found to not be currently insured, can the PO wait until the car is driven to issue a ticket, or does he have an obligation to prevent the crime? (Since I was standing and sitting near or in the car for a few hours prior to driving and saw the officer / made eye contact... View More
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answered on Jul 28, 2023
Yes, you have no right to privacy over your license plate. It's observable to the public so you have no expectation of privacy. Furthermore, some police now have technology in their vehicles that automatically scans all the license plates around the police car, runs them, and then alerts the... View More
Will be fixed. They haven’t offered any kind of help (window unit, fan, etc) it gets over 90 degrees in my apartment.
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answered on Jul 28, 2023
Georgia, landlords are generally required to provide essential services, including working air conditioning, to tenants. If your central AC unit has been non-functional for over 30 days and the landlord has not made any effort to repair or provide an alternative solution, it may be considered a... View More
answered on May 5, 2023
Only SOME cases in muni court can be transferred to a State or Superior Court. It depends on the charge as well as how the state choose to charge it.
DUI and more substantive crimes almost always can be bound over to a trial court, you just need to file a Jury Demand or a motion to bind... View More
answered on Feb 8, 2023
In determining whether a person had the intent to shoplift, the courts will usually look at whether you or the accused passed all points of sale (all registers, cashiers, self-check out, etc.). It depends on where you were in the store when they stopped you.
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