If I’m on first offender probation for terrostic threats, will the felony show up on my background when trying to get a job?

Hello, Only after you complete your First Offender sentence, including probation without new charges or violations, will the charges be sealed...

Shoplifting over $500 could they split the amount between everyone involved and drop the charge to a misdemeanor ? first time

Hello, How the case is prosecuted, and what charges are brought, i.e., misdemeanor vs. felony shoplifting, is a decision of the prosecutor....

I would first like to agree with the gentleman from Georgia who suggested that the probate courts might be able to provide relief. As probate and...

How can I check if I have outstanding warrants?

Hello, First, I changed the category of your question to Criminal Defense. Though your outstanding warrant (if there is one) may arise out of a...

Hello, To me, this sounds like a very fact-dependent question and more information is needed. I have certainly helped clients who, as a part of...

Under OCGA §40-6-391, multiple DUIs within a ten year period require a clinical evaluation and enrollment in a substance abuse treatment program if...

If a person is charged as being a less-safe driver due the influence of drugs, and if that drug happens to be marijuana, the presence of marijuana...

I got charged w DUI marijuana & DUI per se, with failure to maintain lane.. what are the chances of getting charges reduced?

Regardless of whether your attorney is a public defender or privately retained, getting your charges reduced depends on the facts of your case, and...

Who is responsible for paying a Sanction Fee if its due to my attorney not showing up at court?

I would NEVER expect my client to pay a Court ordered sanction for MY failing to show up. A client who retains the services of any member of the...

Can my son avoid jail if he is in treatment for Heroin addiction but hasn't reported in a year?

Hello. I'm very sorry you are having to go through this, but your son is fortunate to have you with him as he fights his substance abuse and...