FELONY PROBATION ...GEORGIA

On the petitions for revocation of probation that I've seen, health reasons, aren't normally defenses to violation of probation. The reason this...

Consequences of 15 year old charged with theft in GA

17 years is the age of adulthood in GA for criminal offenses. This offense would be in juvenile court. I believe the maximum punishment, would...

Contesting criminal charge of burglary in GA

Burglary in GA requires the entering of a dwelling house, business, etc. So, it sounds as if you have a valid defense to that charge. You should...

What is the initial process of starting divorce proceeding

The obvious answer would be to seek legal representation. Some people, however, manage to file "pro-se" (without an attorney) divorces. Since...

What action can I take to stop unsolicited newspaper deliveries

I believe that eventually the newspapers will stop based on what you've already done. On a side note, if they attempt to bill you for the papers...

Writ of habeas corpus without an attorney

To add to the previous posts, you need to be aware that in the case of a misdemeanor you have a year from the sentence date to file the habeas, in...

Your son's situation dire indeed. If he is charged with armed robbery and kidnapping, those charges are bondable only before a Superior Court...

Arrest warrant, criminal charges

As a former prosecutor, I can say that most District Attorney's view private citizen warrant applications as low priority. As you may or may not...

Gun laws regarding background check, procedure to appeal failed background check

You should receive something from the denying agency in this case GBI (Georgia Bureau of Investigations) stating why your background check was...

In response to your question, it depends on what the sentence states. Normally, the time DOES NOT count. Probation detention center time does not...