What is considered "possession" of a firearm?

It doesn't have to be in arm's reach to fall under OCGA 16-11-131. However, it does have to be knowing possession. For instance, if you were a...

What will happen if my probation is violated from a new charge and i wait until the court date for the new charge to answer it?

Your PO will likely seek to revoke you long before the new charge gets on a calendar. If you think the charge will be dropped, you need an attorney...

My husband was arrested for assault or domestic abuse not sure but no longer want to pursue to have him prosecuted what do i do?

At this point, it is highly unlikely that you can ask a prosecutor to simply drop these charges. However, what you CAN do is hire an attorney to...

I think im being charged with unemployment fraud. Its still early so should i try to set up a pay plan or get an attorney?

Do not wait to get arrested before you hire an attorney. An attorney may be able to help you work things out before charges are filed, or at least...

Parking ticket - now what???

Whatever you do, do not ignore the ticket. Depending on the jurisdiction, you could have your license suspended eventually, or face a bench...

Are you eligible for early release from jail even if it was a revocation of probation?

There is generally no "early release" for probation revocations. If you want your boyfriend out earlier, you can hire an attorney to seek to have...

After your first offenders probation is over what process or steps should be taken?

Your probation officer should be able to provide you with documentation that you have completed your probation requirements. As for background...

It is highly highly unlikely that the State will seek to dismiss a case at arraignment. The judge won't know anything about the evidence, so the...

If your boyfriend was sentenced to one year or more, it is highly likely that he will spend time in a State institution, as opposed to the county...

I'm 19 & have recently been arrested for underage drinking. Any procedure for my court date to get this off my record?

Your rights are only required to be read to you if you are questioned after being arrested. There may be a diversion program available, depending...