Confessions
In certain circumstances, telling a suspect that his family member will be charged with a crime will render a subsequent confession by the suspect ina...
What does Hope of Benefit have to do with my confession?
The evidence code effective January 1, 2013 codified the hope of benefit doctrine that OCGA 24-8-824. A separate code section provides that statements...
Can I be prosecuted in both federal and state court for basically the same crime?
Can I be prosecuted in both federal and state court for
basically the same crime?
Pursuant to OCGA 16-1-8 C, an accused who has been formally prose...
Can a judge stop my jury trial after it starts?
In Laster v. State 268 Ga. 172 (1997) the court observed: once the jury is impaneled and sworn, jeopardy attaches and the accused is entitled to have ...
Different counts and double jeopardy. Paulding County criminal defense lawyer
Our conversation about double jeopardy is an important one because nothing is worse than being retried for the same thing twice. It can be a highly ex...
DUI in Atlanta – 10 Day Warning First Offense Video
So you have been arrested in Atlanta Georgia for a DUI. You have 10 days to save your driving privilege. By requesting an ALS Hearing, your Atlanta DU...
How to Apply for a Georgia Limited Driving Permit Georgia DUI Laws
In the State of Georgia every DUI conviction brings a suspended license. However, some drivers are eligible for limited driving through a limited driv...
DUI In Georgia Misdemeanor or Felony? Georgia DUI Laws
Filed Under: DUI Laws Georgia
For most people living in Georgia, understanding the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony can be confusing i...
First Offense DUI in GA Georgia DUI Laws First Offense
Unfortunately, the hard truth in the State of Georgia, is that it makes no difference you have had a clean record, or have never been arrested in your...
