How would his family have to go about getting him a lawyer? Would they have to go to Missouri or can they handle this in GA?

I suggest that your freind's family serach on AVVO.com for a local criminal defense attorney in MO.

Does being appointed by family court give gal immunity? or Will the Bar be willing to complete a real lawful investigation?

If you believe that the GAL acted unethically or incompetently, you should bring your concerns to the court, as the court has responsibility for...

Hello, I'm a screenwriter writing a character who's sentenced to probation in Georgia & would like to know about the process.

Your best bet would be to contact an actual probation office or officer to learn how the process works. You can find contact information for...

If one is arrested but not charged with a crime, can they ask for a public defender even if they have a job.

Generally, you cannot get a court-appointed attorney until you are formally charged with a crime. Then it will depend on how much money you...

I my motion to withdraw plea was heard and denied by the judge. Is he required draft an order denying my motion including reason

Judges are required to issue orders when denying motions, but they do not even have to be reduced to writing; an order can be read into the record...

Ticketed for tag light out, but tag lights work. Charged with DUI.

The issue you have raised has to do with arguing that the stop by the police was unlawful and that your charges should be dismissed on that basis....

Can an attorney take care of my case for me from a different state?

You can and should hire a Georgia attorney to investigate the situation for you. Only if there is an actual criminal case that is active might you...

The Georgia Supreme Court ruled just last week that private probation company officers could not add conditions without court authorization. In...

What is the punishment of my crime?

It sounds to me like you will be charged with Hit and Run, which is a potentially serious traffic infraction. However, if no one was injured, it is...

I agree with the other attorneys who stated that one year in is too early to ask for early termination of probation. Many felony First Offender...