Sex Crimes

7th April 2020

WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AGGRAVATED SEXUAL BATTERY & SEXUAL BATTERY IN GEORGIA?

Have you been charged with aggravated sexual battery? And, if so, are you having trouble understanding the difference between sexual battery vs. aggravated sexual battery?...
10th April 2019

Voir Dire in Georgia: The Most Important Stage of a Jury Trial

There is no doubt that opening and closing arguments are important stages of a jury trial. But, it is the process of voir dire that...
31st January 2019

Simple Assault in Georgia: Is Physical Contact or Specific Intent Required??

Simple Assault in Georgia: Is Physical Contact or Specific Intent Required? Under Georgia law, simple assault is categorized as a “Crime Against the Person.” It...
22nd December 2018

Statutory Rape: Consent is Not a Defense

You have been single for a while and decide to test the waters of online dating. One day, you receive a message from “SheBadd_1987.” You...
11th October 2018

Wiretapping, Eavesdropping, and Surveillance

What does the law say about wiretapping, eavesdropping and and Surveillance? Read on to find out more! Last year, Dunwoody police thought they successfully busted...
13th August 2018

Child Molestation

In Georgia, the offense of Child Molestation is governed by O.C.G.A. § 16-6-4. First, the person must have the intent to arouse or satisfy the...
12th August 2018

When Brandishing a Firearm Leads to an Aggravated Assault Charge

A Very Thin Line: When Brandishing a Firearm Leads to an Aggravated Assault Charge It’s Saturday night and you and your friends are hanging out...
11th August 2018

Kidnapping vs. False Imprisonment

The charges of Kidnapping and False Imprisonment can easily be confused as the same offense. However, the elements the state must prove beyond a reasonable...
11th August 2018

Georgia Rape Laws

If you or a loved one is the victim of a sexual offense, please seek help and contact your local law enforcement. There are many...
16th November 2017

Kidnapping Law in Georgia

Kidnapping is an aggressive form of false imprisonment; generally defined as the unwanted taking away or transportation of an individual against their will. There are...