It is helpful to have an attorney to speak with before arraignment. Here in Georgia, you are not assigned a public defender until after you have...

I am out of US on the court day. What should I do?

Speak with an attorney about the situation. Depending on the nature of the case and what stage the case is in, an attorney working for you may very...

A charge against my son was dismissed on December 4, 2009. He is still being held in Fulton County Jail. What can be done??

You need to speak with an attorney immediately about this. There may be other charges pending or simply a screwup in the system. An attorney will...

Hearing for application for criminal warrant

My colleague is correct. If at all possible, you need to be represented at the hearing. An attorney might seek to question the accuser's...

Can I get an early-termination of probation in Georgia?

An early termination of probation can be ordered by a judge. Your attorney would need to file a motion to amend terms of probation. Another option...

Is sexual battery a misdemeanor or felony when involving two adults?

In general, sexual battery in Georgia is a misdemeanor, but punished as a misdemeanor of "high and aggravated nature," meaning the punishment is...

You will be asked at arraignment if you have a lawyer, plan to hire a lawyer, or wish to be appointed one. This is, of course, if the offense with...

At my first misdemeanor criminal court appearance what can I expect in georgia?

Your first appearance is likely actually to be an arraignment where you will be asked to enter a plea of guilty or not guilty. At that time, the...

Probation Violation, second time?

You need to speak with a local attorney about the details of this case, including the entire timeline. It appears at first glance that Probation...

How can i get my fine reduced or dismissed ?

You need to get with an experienced attorney to draft a motion to modify sentence. Hopefully your attorney can get a hearing on the request.