If you have a conviction that is more than 11 years old can they use it as third strike if you have a recent charge?

There is no time limit for the state to use a prior felony against a defendant for purposes of sentencing. Take a look at OCGA section 17-10-7 if...

In rare instances a defense attorney may be able to successfully move the court to force the state to reveal the name of a CI, but you can expect...

Am I eligible to appeal a guilty plea on a traffic charge if I was refused legal counsel in Municipal court?

What happened in Muni court really doesn't matter any more since you moved the case up the ladder and now have an attorney. I am unclear as to why...

1. is my attory affording me resonable resentation, or is he negligent? 2. what should i do at this point to have my case resov

You cannot file a speedy trial motion until the case has been indicted or accused. Georgia really doesn't have a mechanism to file a motion to...

Found an old ticket for misdameanerobstuction from 98 what could they do 2 me now?

If you failed to appear for a court proceeding and a failure to appear warrant was issued, you could still be on the hook. If the clerk's office...

I have an 18 year old daughter who got pregnant at the age of 16 by a 25 year in Georgia. Is this considered a crime?

The previous post is correct that at 16 she was old enough to give her consent, so it was not statutory rape. Some jurisdictions will prosecute an...

Need legal advice, and possible representation

If you have been charged with a crime, you will want to consult with a criminal defense attorney who practices in the county where you have been...

Do yall think my cousin is in a load of trouble?

You're right, if he did these crimes, he is in a load of trouble and he is looking at a lot of potential time. Guilty or not, he needs an attorney...

I have been accused of misdemeanor simple battery and harassment without going to trial how long until due process violation?

You really need to hire an attorney to help you with this matter. An attorney who practices in the jurisdiction you are in will know the...

I need a pro bono criminal defense lawyer

It may be too late to change attorneys this close to trial. Your husband needs to meet with his attorney first thing Friday and find out what the...