If a defendant damands a fast and speedy trial at first appearance, how long does the state of ga. has to take a defendant to tr
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Answered on November 17, 2017
Unless you have a prior conviction for the same thing, this charge is a misdemeanor, meaning you will be entitled to a bond. You technically can’t...
Can I as the parent press charges against a minor who jumped my child from behind at school and assaulted her?
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Answered on November 17, 2017
You can certainly call the police to make a report. The cops will then decide whether to arrest or detain any of the alleged perpetrators.
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What are my rights if I have a felony from about 25 years ago and was sentenced to probation under first offender act .
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Answered on November 17, 2017
Might want to check and make sure that the proper paperwork was filed discharging you from that case without a conviction. To start with, go get a...
Is it still illegal in Georgia for Rx meds to be out of the prescription bottles?
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Answered on November 17, 2017
Yes, there is a misdemeanor offense of drugs outside the original container. Getting the tramadol charge reduced is likely; the other charge...
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Can I be eligible for PTI?
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Answered on November 16, 2017
Most courts have pretrial diversion programs for first-time shoplifters. Hire a lawyer.
How much is the average ticket for speeding in a school zone?
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Answered on November 16, 2017
This is not a super speeder ticket, but it will be quite costly because of the school zone element. More importantly, this could make your...
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What happens now?
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Answered on November 16, 2017
You don’t want these charges to show up online, because if you just paid them his license will get suspended. He is required to appear in court for...
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Can a Armed Robbery be dropped down to Robbery?
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Answered on November 16, 2017
I would be very skeptical of any lawyer making promises about accomplishing what you are seeking here. Getting a charge reduced after a defendant...
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Can Fulton County PreTrial Avertion help in major felony cases of theft?
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Answered on November 15, 2017
In my experience, pretrial diversion is generally unavailable to defendants charged with large amounts of theft unless full restitution is made up...
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Can police arrest son on dui charge when they didn't witness him driving?
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Answered on November 15, 2017
Only a lawyer that has fully investigated all of the facts and circumstances can determine whether he has a chance to beat this charge. To answer...