In Georgia, theft is the taking or converting of one’s property or services without authorization and with the intent of “depriving” the owner of lawful possession, use, or right to the property or services. There are 4 basic kinds, listed below. For even more free information don't forget to check out How to Beat a Theft Case. 1. Taking This…Read More
7 Reasons To Drop Drug Charges In Georgia 1.Unlawful Search And Seizure Search and seizure problems are quite common in Georgia drug cases. You are protected from unreasonable searches and seizures under the Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution, and law enforcement must have probable cause to conduct a search. If an officer illegally searches or seizes an individual’s…Read More
5 Things You Need to Know About Bail Bonds. 1. Bail Company Offering 5%? The Bail Could Be Too Good To Be True. By Georgia law a bail company can charge up to 12% for bail bonds that are $10,000 or less and up to 15% for bond that are more than $10,000. For misdemeanor offenses involving $1,000 or less…Read More
In 1967 the historic Georgia Habeas Corpus Act hugely expanded post-conviction Habeas Corpus and Appeals relief in the Georgia criminal justice system. Unfortunately, this progress has been impeded by two major trends listed below: Six Georgia habeas statutes passed from 1973 to 2004 have shrunk the number of claims which may be made in post-conviction habeas cases, stopped post-conviction appeals…Read More