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The other day, I was given a citation for possession of Marijuana in McDonough GA. What can I do so it doesn't go on my record?

Benjamin's answer | Answered on April 04, 2015

Whether you can get the older case expunged (now called restricted) depends on how old you were at the time. There are ways that a lawyer can help...

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I was recently arrested for DUI in Georgia and am unsure if it is first offense or second offense.

Benjamin's answer | Answered on April 04, 2015

If you get convicted in the new case, it will be considered a first lifetime conviction. But the prosecutor will probably consider the fact that...

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Can a person be denied bond that has a prior felon conviction for a gun charge. if so, how can this be overturned

Benjamin's answer | Answered on April 03, 2015

Sure, theoretically bond could be denied on any felony charge. Hire a lawyer.

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Party to armed robbery

Benjamin's answer | Answered on April 02, 2015

10-20 years or life imprisonment. You cannot get probation and any time in prison is without the possibility of parole.

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I'm an of state driver accused of 89 on a 70 on i-75 NB near Vienna, GA. I think I want a trial by jury but not sure if I can.

Benjamin's answer | Answered on April 02, 2015

Yes, you have a right to a jury trial. The super speeder comes into play because you were going more than 85 miles an hour. The lawyer should be...

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Do I need a lawyer for possession under an ounce?

Benjamin's answer | Answered on April 02, 2015

Yes, unless you want to get convicted of this. A lawyer can determine whether you have a viable challenge to the legality of the search. A lawyer...

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Will taking a plea of accessory after the fact of sale of drugs make me deportable or inadmissible for immigration?

Benjamin's answer | Answered on April 02, 2015

There is no such thing as accessory after-the-fact in Georgia. You obviously need to discuss this with an immigration lawyer, so I am changing the...

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In cobb county ga do you need a lawyer to get a diversion offer on a simple possession THC charge?

Benjamin's answer | Answered on April 02, 2015

Yes, you need a lawyer in Cobb County to get into a diversion program. If you absolutely cannot afford to hire a lawyer, go apply for a court...

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How long can a probation officer hold you in jail for not pass a piss test for the first tine.

Benjamin's answer | Answered on April 02, 2015

Since he was sentenced under the first offender act, he could theoretically get resentenced up to the maximum possible sentence available for the...

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My daughter got convicted on a conspiracy charge for six trafficking of a minor 13 years federal

Benjamin's answer | Answered on April 01, 2015

Your ability to appeal is very limited when you plead guilty. This being a federal case, you may be able to appeal the sentence itself. Discuss...