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Terroristic Acts Charges in Georgia

terroristic acts When the general public hears words like “terroristic”, we often associate this with acts of domestic or international terrorism. Because acts like 9/11 or mass shootings are particularly heinous, it seems intuitive that “Terroristic Threats and Acts” would be among the worst of the worst c...

Georgia Fleeing and Eluding Charges

fleeing and eluding Fleeing and Eluding Fleeing and Eluding occurs when an individual attempts to avoid a potential arrest by driving away from an officer who is instructing them to stop.  While there are some instances in which an accused is able to successfully outrun a cop, these attempts generally result i...

Theft by Receiving Stolen Property

theft In the state of Georgia, you do not have to be a thief to be convicted of thievery. Even if you are proven to have not stolen an item, you can still be charged and punished for possessing the item the same as if you were the thief. Under the Theft by Receiving Stolen Property statute, if you have a...

Theft of Lost or Mislaid Property in Georgia

theft of mislaid property If you find something cool on the ground and take it home with you, is it technically stealing and a crime? Short answer: Yes. The statute around Theft of Lost or Mislaid Property basically says that if you find something of value, you are required to do your best to get the item to its owner be...

Cruelty to Children

cruelty to children When you hear “cruelty to children” in the same sentence, you may have immediate mental images of horror movie style physical abuse. When you look at the words individually, it may sound more like saying harsh things to a child. Georgia’s legal definition of “cruelty to children” can incl...

Georgia Drug Law: A Cheat Sheet

Few states are as strict with laws surrounding drugs as Georgia. In Georgia, penalties are severe and range dependent on A) the nature of the offense (possession of drugs, intent to distribute or sell drugs, or trafficking drugs) and B) the specific drug you are being prosecuted for. Having an atto...

Cocaine Trafficking in Georgia

cocaine trafficking When it comes to drug crimes, Georgia uses a three-tiered approach, with escalating punishments: Drug Possession, Drug Possession with Intent to Distribute, and Drug Trafficking. Drug trafficking is the most serious tier of drug crime in Georgia, and comes with a mandatory minimum sentence and ...


DRUG PARAPHERNALIA

cruelty to children When you hear of “paraphernalia”, there are probably a few commonly known items that come to mind: a bong, a heroin needle, a crack pipe, etc. The legal definition of paraphernalia though is extremely broad, and basically passes the decision as to whether an item is considered illegal paraphern...


Marijuana Drug Trafficking in Georgia

marijuana trafficking As our country slowly moves towards decriminalizing marijuana, it is easy to fall into the trap of believing that the law currently does not take marijuana related charges seriously. In Georgia, marijuana is still very much illegal, and you can be prosecuted for trafficking marijuana even if you li...


FIGHTING WORDS: A LEGAL INVITATION TO FIGHT?

theft of mislaid property “Fighting Words” is not necessarily a phrase you would expect to find in a body of law, namely because you wouldn’t even find the phrase in a dictionary. The phrase in and of itself is entirely subjective. Generally, people think of fighting words as offensive or provocative words designed to...

Criminal Convictions and Restoration of Rights in Georgia

indictment A Pardon is an order of official forgiveness and is granted to those individuals who have maintained a good reputation in their community following the completion of their sentence(s). A Pardon is an official statement attached to the criminal record that states that the State of Georgia has pardon...


The Legality of Masks in Georgia

georgia mask law In the wake of the novel Coronavirus of 2020, masks and discussions surrounding them have become an ever-present part of daily life. Their newfound significance to our society has pushed America to redefine the place of masks in our legal system. On April 13th, 2020, Georgia governor Brian Kemp...

OPEN CONTAINER LAW IN GEORGIA

open container georgia Although the fact that there are “open container” laws is fairly common knowledge, very few people know exactly what those laws are or the criteria for being charged with a violation. This may be because these laws vary from state to state, or more likely because they are intricate, long, and f...

THE 3 TYPES OF BATTERY IN GEORGIA

battery Many people might assume battery is just a physical altercation where somebody gets beat up. Common examples that come to mind may include a bar fight, domestic violence, or a fight at a sporting event. In the eyes of the law, however, the definition of battery is much broader and has multiple ...

Addiction and Mental Health Resources

drug resources The criminal justice system can be both harsh and lenient, depending on the particular situation. Showing that someone is attempting to better themselves and change things about themselves so that they will not offend again can go a long way towards garnering the goodwill of the court. This is espe...

HAVE YOU BEEN CHARGED WITH ARMED ROBBERY IN GEORGIA?

indictment Popular Atlanta restaurant, Fellini’s Pizza, was recently robbed at gunpoint. Two men walked into the establishment on McClendon Avenue, entering from different doors. According to the police report, they pointed guns at the employees and ordered them to lie on the floor. An employee was, unfortu...

About Attorney Michael Bixon

Michael Bixon is a life-long believer in making the best of any situation and looking forward to a bright future. He brings that same philosophy to his practice and focus in helping people facing insurmountable circumstances. For Michael, going out of his way for his clients, being available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and ensuring they receive just representation is the only way to operate his practice.

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