The state Supreme Court’s chief justice says the question is whether the courts need legislative help to reconcile health and safety guidelines for juries with pent-up speedy trial demands that have been tolled since March By R. Robin McDonald | September 23, 2020 The Judicial…
by Mike Petchenik – DeKalb County WSBTV Originally published on WSBTV.com For the first time in several months, some metro municipal courts are back open for business, but with a different look due to the pandemic. In Dunwoody, officials told Channel 2′s Mike Petchenik they…
The Southern Center for Human Rights and newly formed Atlanta Justice Lawyers are coordinating to recruit and train lawyers to assist demonstrators arrested protesting the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis. by Greg Land, Law.com Daily Report Online Lawrence Zimmerman was already outraged by the…
By VIRGINIA PRESCOTT & PRIA MAHADEVAN & CHASE MCGEE • MAY 15, 2020 This is a transcript of the GPB program “On Second Thought” which originally aired on May 15, 2020. Click here to listen to the original broadcast. While segments of Georgia’s economy have…
Laws for carrying a firearm can vary depending on circumstances. It is imperative that you understand your rights and legal options as a gun owner, especially if you are planning to attend a large event like the 2026 FIFA World Cup. If you plan to…
The Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta was ranked as one of the most dangerous World Cup stadiums in the United States. This rating was mostly based on the city’s high violent crime rates. However, it is possible for large events such as the World Cup to…
Facing criminal charges in Georgia is a serious situation, and it can be difficult to navigate the aftermath of an arrest on your own. This is especially true if you are fighting charges from crowded events in Atlanta, like assault, disorderly conduct, and riot allegations.…
Georgia takes underage drinking seriously. It is illegal for minors in the state of Georgia to purchase, attempt to purchase, or knowingly possess alcohol. If your child is charged with underage drinking in Atlanta during the World Cup, it is important to act quickly to…
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