Question about Pre-Trial Diversion in Barrow County, GA. Please help. Would this count as a conviction or guilty plea? Thank you
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Answered on March 17, 2013
It's not a conviction.
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My dad was sentenced to life with parole. He has served 10years and will come up for parole in 4 years. Will he be released?
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Answered on March 16, 2013
It's definitely possible. There are lawyers you can hire closer to that time that can represent him at his parole hearing and increase his chances....
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I was charged with criminal attempt of burglary and found guilty without a plea,in 1985 an can I get it overturned
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Answered on March 16, 2013
If you never appealed your conviction, an out-of-time appeal may be possible. If you have remained trouble-free since that time, you can also apply...
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If I enter into a diversion program in Atlanta [for shoplifting], must I plead guilty?
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Answered on March 15, 2013
No, you won't have to plead guilty. I would be happy to discuss this case with you. Feel free to call me for a free consultation at 404-985-9772.
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What are the penalties for a first offender in a shoplifting case?
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Answered on March 15, 2013
Hire a lawyer immediately. A lawyer can get you in a program that will result in the case being dismissed. It is important to keep this off your...
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Need to obtain final case disposition from Barrow County Magistrate Court in GA. How to go about doing this?
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Answered on March 15, 2013
Call the office and ask. Or have the attorney that represented you get a copy.
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1. Is my son going to sve time for felony VOP? 2. Is my son going to serve time for new chg of failure to register as sex off
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Answered on March 15, 2013
The situation is serious. Failing to register is punishable by up to 30 years. If you are dissatisfied with his current lawyer, considering...
Pre-Trial Diversion program in Georgia involve entering a guilty plea? Is it the same thing as being 'convicted'?
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Answered on March 15, 2013
Yes, you've been arrested but, no, you were not convicted. The case has been dismissed. You should talk to your attorney about whether you can...
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Friend violated a TPO in Ga by not leaving a public place in a timely manner. Arrested for agg stalking. TPO expired while held.
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Answered on March 14, 2013
I agree with the previous responses. However, not leaving a public place in a timely manner doesn't sound like it's necessarily a basis for...
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Probation violation warrant
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Answered on March 14, 2013
Assuming I understand your question and assuming there is no tolling order, the warrant should be withdrawn. Unfortunately, and partially due to...
