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Georgia RICO Defense Lawyers

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RICO charges At Bixon Law Firm, located in Atlanta Georgia, we have an experienced team, dedicated to defending clients against complex criminal charges. With a deep understanding of RICO statutes and racketeering charges and a proven track record in navigating the legal landscape, we provide strategic, persona...

Felony Possession of Marijuana in Georgia

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marijuana Marijuana is a drug that has been the forefront of public discussion in recent years. WithPresident Biden making headlines for pardoning thousands convicted on federal marijuanacharges, as well as varying and constantly shifting degrees of legality from one state toanother, it is more important tha...

Suspension of Driver’s License For Those Under the Age of 21 or 18

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license suspension There are a multitude of reasons that the State of Georgia can suspend a license to operatea motor vehicle. Some of the primary offenses, which result in mandatory suspension nomatter the age of the offender, include the following as laid out in O.C.G.A. § 40-5-54: (a) The department shall fort...

Criminal Obstruction of Justice in Georgia

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obstruction At Bixon Law, located in Atlanta Georgia, we specialize in defending clients against obstruction of justice charges. Obstruction of justice encompasses a wide range of activities and our experienced team understands the complexities of these serious allegations and the profound impact they can have...

Financial Transaction Card Theft in Georgia

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Financial Transaction Card Theft At Bixon Law, we understand the various stages of Transaction Card Theft. Our team will work with you to ensure that you are treated fairly and receive the best possible outcome for your case. With years of experience handling transaction card theft cases, our attorneys are well-versed in Georgia...

What is a Behavioral Incentive Date

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behavioral incentive date On May 3, 2021, the Georgia Justice Project helped push into law through SB 105 an opportunity for some individuals to be released from probation who have already served 3 years.  This bill is retroactive, meaning it applies to you even if your case began long before this bill was passed. ...

Perjury Charges in Georgia

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marijuana Perjury in Georgia is a very serious felony charge. The punishments upon conviction can range from a nominal charge to life imprisonment. Even at the low end of punishments, though, felony convictions come with serious life implications. A felony conviction can limit job opportunities and housing o...

Fraudulently Obtaining Regulated Drugs Charges

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georgia fraudulently obtaining drugs Have you been charged with Fraudulently Obtaining Regulated Drugs in Georgia? There are many ways to be charged or convicted of this offense. One example would be obtaining prescription drugs by using someone else’s name, or picking up prescription drugs for them but then keeping them for yoursel...

Georgia Criminal Defense: Low THC Oils

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THC oil Possession of Low THC Oils is a relatively new statute that decriminalizes the possession so long as you have a Georgia government issued medical card. It also provides an alternative to Possession of a Schedule 1 substance, which requires mandatory imprisonment for at least one year and a felony c...

Student Conduct Hearings in Georgia

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student conduct hearing At Bixon Law, located in Atlanta Georgia, we are dedicated to helping students who may be dealing with the unfortunate reality of student conduct violations. Obtaining the proper legal representation is crucial to making your case and having your voice heard, as we strive to provide personalized gu...

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

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marijuana 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? Or, why a sexual battery charge might be elevated to an aggravated sexual battery charge? Well, we are here to help you und...

UPSKIRT PHOTOS ARE FELONIES IN GEORGIA

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marijuana According to the AJC, an Acworth man was recently arrested for taking an upskirt photo of a woman as she shopped at a Publix supermarket. The woman reportedly told officers that she noticed a "suspicious male taking a photograph with his phone, from underneath her dress." She then contacted store m...

SLIDER CRIMES: A NEW TYPE OF THEFT CRIME IN GEORGIA

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slider crimes There has been a recent rash of crimes near Georgia Tech's campus lately. Earlier this month, a woman pumping gas at the Shell gas station off of 14th Street and Northside Drive was robbed at gunpoint by four men whom are still at large. It was 6:30 p.m., still daylight outside when a Maroon Kia Op...

Retroactive First Offender in Georgia

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marijuana lawyer Were you convicted of a felony but later found out that you were entitled to plead guilty or nolo contendere under Georgia’s First Offender Act? Maybe you were not informed by your attorney of the availability of the First Offender Act program. Or, unfortunately, you may not have even had represe...

When Can You Exclude Relevant Evidence?

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evidence The Federal Rules of Evidence govern the admission of evidence in the federal court system. While each state has its own rules of evidence, they are similar—if not the same—as the federal rules. The first hurdle to get over in regards to the admissibility of evidence is determining its relevanc...

EXTRADITION IN GEORGIA

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fleeing and eluding You've spent four days in county jail for public intoxication. It's a minor, first-time offense for you. And, luckily, on your court date the prosecutor is in a good mood and agrees to time served and a fine. You'll still have to plead guilty and have a conviction on your record, but you're going h...

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

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witness 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 takes the stand and surprisingly testifies in favor of the defendant. It just doesn’t happen in the movies! It doe...

NOLLE PROSEQUI IN GEORGIA: WHAT IS IT EXACTLY?

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NOLLE PROSEQUI A friend of a friend once told you that he had faced criminal charges and jail time but that the prosecutor nol prossed his case. He’s free, having fun and living his best life! Now, due to an unfortunate family fight, you’ve been arrested and charged with simple assault against a family member...

HEARSAY: ADMISSIBILITY OF OUT OF COURT STATEMENTS

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Financial Transaction Card Theft In the words of trial advocacy experts, Peter Murphy and D. Barnard, “the rule against hearsay ranks as one of the law’s most celebrated nightmares.” And, it’s true! Even for seasoned attorneys, mastering the rule against hearsay and all of its’ exceptions is a difficult task. However, we...

ANIMAL CRUELTY: HARSHER PENALTIES MAY BE ON THE HORIZON

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behavioral incentive date Many Americans equally love their pets as they do their human children and animal abuse in their eyes is detestable and downright unforgiveable. Currently, in the state of Georgia, animal cruelty is a misdemeanor and the penalty could be a fine up to $1,000.00, up to one year in jail or both. Any G...

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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