PRO SE Criminal Law Question

Proceeding pro se in a domestic violence case is not a good idea for many reasons. In many cases, an experienced defense attorney can get the case...

When resolving a legal matter out of the state that the charge or fine , originally happened, should I use local representation

Many clients find it useful to hire a lawyer who is familiar with and regularly practices before the court in which their case is heard. That way...

Hire a lawyer. Complete what classes you can before your next court date. Hire a lawyer. Start going to AA or other support group, get proof of...

Can I be found guilty of possession of marijuana for having a left over roach (less than 1/3 of a joint) in the car?

The short answer to your question is yes. There are defenses that attorney can raise, such as was there a legal search performed etc. However,...

Will my boyfriend really get 2 years for violating?

Unfortunately, the only thing you can do at this point is hire an attorney for your boyfriend. The attorney can advocate for and negotiate with...

What should I do? Is this an error on the court's side? They told me one thing at the arraignment, now it seems to be another.

It sounds like you were a bit confused about what exactly you were pleading to, and under what conditions. The way forward really depends on how...

Third dui and suspended licence will I go to jail

There are stiff mandatory minimum jail sentences in Georgia for repeat DUI offenders if you are indeed convicted. Plus judges are extremely harsh...

There is no way of determining the likelihood of drug and alcohol screens. It is unlikely. However, you are still subject to the the whim of the...

Police refused to enforce TPO? D.A. doesn't prosecute "these kinds of cases". Do I have any recourse?

Your recourse is to take him back to court for civil contempt of the tpo. That judge can jail him if that judge finds him in violation and contempt...

Has the statute of limitation's run on my DUI in Georgia? What to do next moving forward?

Attorney Goldberg is correct, the State has two years to make a formal accusation. If the case is not accused within that time frame the case will...