Most people who are pulled over by the police for minor infractions believe that it is a normal practice. They do not question it if they are let go with a warning. However, a person who has to go to court and pay a fine may find the practice to be unnecessary. Today,...
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The basic elements of burglary crimes
Burglary is a criminal offense that can get charged as either a felony or misdemeanor in Georgia. Whether you are facing criminal charges for burglary or you have a loved one accused of this crime, it is important to understand the three main elements of burglary....
How keywords became the new Georgia warrant trap
Many people tend to assume, and in some cases correctly, that everything they do online is monitored in some way. This is often the result of what's known as surveillance fatigue, which is a natural response to the chronic information breaches and infringements of...
What are ways to defend against theft charges?
Theft charges can result in heavy fines and jail time. Misdemeanor theft charges can result in up to one year in jail and felony theft charges may result in one to 10 years in prison. Because of the steep penalties associated with theft charges, it is essential for...
What is theft by deception in Georgia?
Theft is a serious criminal offense that can take on many different forms under Georgia law. Depending on the alleged conduct that a defendant has purportedly engaged in, they may face any number of theft charges that carry varying degrees of sanctions and penalties....
What is constitutes shoplifting in Georgia?
Theft is a crime recognized by many jurisdictions throughout the United States. In Georgia, theft crimes are broken down by type, and one type of theft that is commonly charged in the state is shoplifting. This informational post will introduce readers to the elements...
What is Georgia’s new second-chance law?
Riding the wave of the social justice movement last summer, the Georgia state senate overhauled an antiquated law regarding criminal histories in a sweeping bipartisan criminal justice reform effort in June of 2020. Georgia’s has had one of the most restrictive laws...
Defending against assault charges in Georgia
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...
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...