Probable cause is a legal standard that law enforcement must meet before officers can make a lawful arrest. In essence, it means that – given a specific set of circumstances and facts – a reasonable person would conclude that a crime either is in process or has...
If a driver is caught drinking then they could be charged with driving under the influence (DUI). Per Georgia laws, if this was the driver’s first offense in five years, their license may be suspended. After 12 months, they can have your license reinstated, but, in...
When a prosecutor accuses you of certain criminal activity, your intention at the time of the crime sometimes matters. Intention at the time of an incident can have a profound impact on which charges someone faces and how they choose to defend themselves in criminal...
Domestic assault is a problem throughout Georgia and the rest of the United States, which is why it’s important to address it if it is happening in your home. Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive behavior that may turn into domestic assault or abuse. Domestic...
If you are accused of a crime, your priority should be to defend yourself. By taking action to defend yourself, you’ll be in a better position to protect your rights and minimize the risk of harsh penalties. It is unfortunately common for people’s rights to be...
When the state charges you with a crime, you have the right to defend yourself. Not only can you hire an attorney, but you have the right to discovery, which means reviewing the evidence the state will present against you. Knowing what evidence exists can help you...
People frequently feel frightened and overwhelmed when the state charges them with a crime. The more serious the alleged offense is, the more significant the penalties will be. Some people are so scared of the consequences of a criminal conviction that they plead...
Your spouse or intimate partner wasn't the one to call the cops. A neighbor or maybe someone just walking past your house overheard a disagreement and thought they needed to intervene. Despite both you and the other person trying to tell the police that nothing else...
Over the last decade, consumers have witnessed the growing trend of self-checkout terminals in retail locations. Grocery stores, department stores and big box retailers have all experimented with self-checkout to reduce labor costs and improve customer flow through...
Facing criminal charges can be daunting, especially aggravated assault. While you may understand what assault is, the differences between simple and aggravated assault may be less clear. You know one is worse than the other but are unsure how. According to Georgia...
