Criminal Defense

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Public defenders do a lot of good for those who are accused of a criminal offense. But just because you qualify for a public defender doesn't mean that that's your best option as far as criminal defense representation is concerned. In fact, there are a lot of reasons...

If you have a criminal record and are looking for a clean slate, then it may be beneficial to get an expungement of your records. Through this process, you will have a clean record for all non-criminal justice purposes, which could increase your chances of getting a...