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24th August 2026

Fake IDs, Underage Drinking, and Hazing: The Georgia Charges That Blindside College Families

Parents who get the call at two in the morning are usually bracing for something serious. What surprises them is learning that the thing they...

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15th July 2026

My Teen Was Arrested at School or on Campus in Georgia: What Parents Need to Know About Searches and Miranda

Getting a call that your teenager has been arrested at school is every parent's nightmare. One moment your child is sitting in class; the next,...

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24th March 2021

The Stages To A Criminal Case In Georgia

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19th June 2019

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN THE WITNESS IN YOUR CASE IS A NO SHOW?

To a prosecutor’s dismay, witnesses in a criminal trial don’t always cooperative. A prosecutor’s worst nightmare—besides losing a case—is when a witness for the prosecution...

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26th October 2018

Do I Need A Lawyer Even If I’m Guilty?

We often get the question, do I still need a lawyer even if I'm guilty? We are all capable of legal mishaps. Oftentimes, miscommunication, mistakes,...

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22nd October 2018

What Are Your Legal Rights When It Comes To The Internet?

When it comes to the internet, you have to remember that you still have legal rights! We all have the right to remain silent and...

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29th September 2018

Civil Asset Forfeiture FAQ

Current Georgia law allows law enforcement to seize private property from people without a formal charge or conviction of a crime. Georgia has received a...

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6th August 2018

Appealing Your Case in Georgia

If a party to a case believes a court’s judgment was made in error, an appeal may be filed to have the issue reviewed by...

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28th May 2018

Fingerprint Identification in Georgia Explained

Identifying a criminal defendant is the first element a prosecuting attorney must prove beyond a reasonable doubt in any criminal case. This can be done...

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28th May 2018

Your Right to a Speedy Trial Explained

The Sixth Amendment to the United States proscribes numerous rights related to a defendant’s criminal trial; one of those, is the right to speedy trial. ...

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