I was convicted of a first offender felon. I think I plead "nolo" (I can't remember). I was found guilty of thieft by deception.

If your probation has expired, your right to vote is automatically reinstated. For the paperwork, go to the clerk's office of whatever court your...

What if you missed a court date and din not go to the classes set up for anger management

A bench warrant has likely been issued for your arrest and you could face up to 12 months in jail if now convicted of the charge. If you get...

This case is not dismissed. It's merely on the dead docket until the defendant gets arrested on the bench warrant.

This sounds like an ordinance violation and not the statutory misdemeanor variety of disorderly conduct. That means a conviction will not go on...

What are the penalties for a drunk driver causing an accident, his wife survives, however, her unborn child becomes a fatality.

Under Georgia law, this would be called feticide by vehicle in the first degree. It is punishable by 3-15 years.

What happens after violating first offender probation?

You'll be facing a potential revocation on the 2 misdemeanors. Since you're a first offender, you can be resentenced to up to 24 months to serve on...

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What is the usual or standard punishment for a first time offenders first probation violation of a misdemeanor(DUI) in Ga?

It depends on the judge, prosecutor, probation officer and his lawyer, among other factors. Discuss this with a lawyer familiar with the judge.

Can you qualify for First Offenders Act if you've been charged with three felonies?

It's not automatic but, yes, they qualify so long as the charges are not in different counties.

The answer depends on numerous factors, including the prosecutor, your criminal history and the attorney you have representing you. This is a...

How long can someone stay in jail without a bond or trial ?

There are no hard and fast rules on this, though it's getting close to the point that his constitutional right to a speedy trial may be violated....