If you have been charged with simple or aggravated assault, you should know that the consequences can be serious. A simple assault conviction in Georgia can result to up to 12 months in jail and/or $1,000 in fines, while an aggravated assault conviction can result in...
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Month: October 2020
New “second chance” law makes it easier to expunge criminal records
Governor Brian Kemp recently signed SB 288 into law. Authored by Sen. Tonya Anderson and guided through State House by Rep. Houston Gaines, the legislation makes it easier for rehabilitated Georgians to restrict and seal their criminal history by limiting access to...
When does borrowing turning into stealing?
Criminal charges carry with them serious consequences, which is why Georgia residents facing them should not take them lightly. However, sometimes someone may find themselves facing criminal charges, such as those of theft, due to a misunderstanding. What happens if...