Is the case in warrant status? I assume it is. Is it in Atlanta Muni or in Fulton State Court? There are some Judges who would not accept a plea in...

What a "life sentence" really means with regard to parole depends on the date the person was sentenced. Life used to mean 14 years minimum. Now it...

I love your argument and haven't heard "mens rea" since law school. But it won't fly. I'm sure an attorney can help you negotiate a better...

When you have real defenses it's good to have a lawyer to present those defenses on your behalf. I agree with my colleague that you cannot enter a...

How long can you be held on a probation hold for a probation violation and no new charges against you?

Well, unless this is a first offender sentence, you had a year sentence, you've completed some of it, technically they could hold you until the...

I was given a ticket stating that I was consuming alcohol at a location that was closed. My fine is $1,000 why is that?

Have you been to court yet? Who said the fine was $1000? You need an attorney to negotiate in your behalf. McDonough/Henry Co is a tougher...

My fiance was picked up in Indiana and being held on bench FTA from Georgia how long do they have to extradite?

Once a Governor's Warrant issues I am not finding a specified time limit under the statute. My guess is that ten days is more likely what will...

If you go to jail for probation violation and get 24 months but do 12 months time served

Sounds like you have twelve months of probation left. You should ask whoever represented you at the hearing...if you were represented.

Got ticket while out of gas on 20 W. Was officer's actions legal? I'm also not sure if he gave me a ticket for the right court

Honestly, that all sounds weird. Consult with and hire an attorney to help you if you think you were treated unfairly. Once you resolve the...

Whst is the modt common sentancr for a prob violation while on 1st offenderd in ga

Depends on the Judge and the jurisdiction and the balance of your criminal history.