You don't have to steal someone's identity to face identity fraud charges in Georgia. Simply possessing another person's information with the intent to use it fraudulently can be a felony. Watch our video below to learn more.
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A confession doesn’t automatically mean a conviction. What was said, how it was obtained, and whether it can legally be admitted into evidence can all matter.
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An open container in your car can lead to a citation in Georgia, even if you weren’t actually drinking while driving. Learn what Georgia’s open container law prohibits, who can be charged, and the penalties you could face in our latest blog post
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You didn’t steal it, so how can you still be charged with theft? In Georgia, possessing or receiving property you knew or should have known was stolen can lead to criminal charges. Check out our video to learn more.
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One violent act can lead to a Terroristic Acts charge carrying serious prison time in Georgia. Learn what conduct qualifies, what prosecutors must prove, and the potential penalties below.
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Walking away without paying for a service can lead to criminal charges in Georgia. Theft of services covers several situations where someone obtains a service through deception or with the intent to avoid payment. Learn more in our video below.
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Georgia kidnapping charges can arise from more than taking someone to another location. Even slight movement or confinement may qualify under certain circumstances. Learn what the State must prove in our video below
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Probation violations in Georgia can include new arrests, failed drug tests, or failure to comply with required conditions. The worst part? These violations may result in jail or prison time. Check out our video to learn more.
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Gambling charges in Georgia can be more serious than you might think. Certain forms can even carry up to 5 years in prison and fines up to $20,000! Learn what conduct is prohibited, what the State must prove, and what defenses may apply below.
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Who decides how much a victim is actually owed in a criminal case? When restitution is disputed, both sides can present evidence and a judge determines the amount. Check out our video below to learn more.
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What happens if a witness doesn’t show up for court? Whether a case can move forward may depend on the witness’s importance, the reason for the absence, and whether their testimony can be replaced by other evidence.
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Hazing in Georgia can lead to more than school discipline, it can result in criminal charges. Check out our video below to learn what Georgia considers hazing and the potential consequences.
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Georgia divides arson into three degrees, and the charge can depend on the type of property, intent, and amount of damage involved. Even relatively minor fire damage can result in a felony carrying serious prison time. Click the link below to learn more.
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What turns an unlawful entry into a home invasion charge in Georgia? Home invasion is a serious felony that can lead to a lengthy prison sentence. Check out our link below to learn what prosecutors must prove and the potential penalties.
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A student conduct charge can put your education and future at risk. From suspension to expulsion, the consequences can be serious. Learn how Georgia student conduct hearings work and how an attorney can help protect your rights.
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A bind over moves a criminal case from a lower court to the court that will handle the case going forward. Click the link below to learn what it means to bind a case over in Georgia, when it may occur, and what happens next in the criminal process.
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Missing court can lead to more than a bench warrant. In Georgia, certain failures to appear can result in a separate bail jumping charge, with misdemeanor or felony penalties depending on the circumstances.
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Police use of a drug dog does not automatically make a search legal. In Georgia drug cases, when and how a K-9 sniff occurs can be critical to whether evidence is admissible. Check out our latest video to learn more
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Burglary in Georgia generally involves entering or remaining in certain places without authority and with the intent to commit a felony or theft inside. Our article breaks down everything you need to know.
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Theft of services in Georgia can involve anything from avoiding payment for labor to obtaining services through deception, and depending on the value involved, the charge may be a felony. Check out our blog below to learn more.
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