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My 3rd DUI lifetime in GA, however this would be my 1st in over 12 years. What type of punishment would typical be recomeneded?
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Answered on January 28, 2012
There really isn't a typical punishment in any case but a first offense DUI. To begin with, there may be problems with the State's case against...
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Is there any way to have time served counted while waiting in county jail?
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Answered on November 27, 2011
As a matter of law a person is entitled to credit for time served while awaiting a plea or trial. However, if the person is being held on another...
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Could my P.O find out if i was arrested in another County?
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Answered on November 26, 2011
Yes, your probation officer can find out. Many probation officer's run your GCIC (criminal history) before every visit. If so, they will see the...
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How to get a bond set for son who has been in jail for 72 hours exceededtime
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Answered on November 26, 2011
In the event the bond was "lost" you need to hire an attorney to file a motion for bond. Hopefully then a consent bond could be reached or there...
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I got charged with shoplifting what do i do????????????
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Answered on November 26, 2011
You definitely need representation. You are facing the loss of all you have worked for in school. An attorney will be able to hopefully negotiate...
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What can happen?
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Answered on November 26, 2011
I agree with Attorney Rockefeller. There is no way they would go to the expense of testing for DNA in a minor misdemeanor case. The officer was...
My son was locked up for loitering and prowl he is 17 first time ever in any trouble can you get a fine or will he get probation
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Answered on November 26, 2011
There are many defenses to a loitering charge because the charge itself is very subjective. Many normal activities can be considered loitering. ...
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I have a warrant on a 1st dui in henry county. What should i do?
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Answered on November 26, 2011
I agree with Attorney Hawkins. The reason you hire a lawyer is to have someone advocating for you on the outside once you turn yourself in. A...
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If my lawyer says its not necessary for me to attend my als hearing for my 1st offense dui, is that "good advice"?
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Answered on November 26, 2011
Many attorneys do not want their client there because it makes it difficult to have a frank and honest conversation with the arresting officer...
Do people really ever win at an ALS hearing for 1st offense DUI?
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Answered on November 26, 2011
It is absolutely possible to win an ALS hearing in Georgia. However, even if you lose the hearing (if this is a first offense, and you took the...