Criminal Law

Under Georgia law, a speeding ticket can lead to fines, points on your license, and a mark on your driving record. Many drivers wonder how long a speeding ticket stays on your record in Georgia, and the answer depends on whether you are asking about points, the violation itself, or possible license consequences. If you... read more

Did you know that when a person is arrested, the prosecutor can change the charge once the case goes to court? Not only can a prosecutor change the charge, but a prosecutor can also add charges on top of what a person was arrested for. Many times, a person will be arrested on one charge,... read more

Clients with criminal charges almost always tell us they did not have their rights read to them “like we see on television.” Probably every time we see an arrest on a fictional television show, the police officer tells the suspect, while handcuffing the suspect, what the suspect is charged with and then he starts reciting... read more