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…
Violent crime charges in Georgia are among the most serious offenses under state law. These allegations can include assault, aggravated assault, armed robbery, domestic violence, manslaughter, and murder. Understanding violent crime charges in Georgia, how these crimes are defined, the potential penalties, and available defenses…
It is universally understood that if you are accused of a crime or have been arrested, you should contact a criminal defense attorney. Their competence in the criminal justice system can help you protect your rights and reach a positive outcome, but there are often…
When you suspect or find out you are under investigation for a federal crime in Georgia, it is normal to feel overwhelmed and unsure of what to do. It can be helpful to understand the signs to look for that may confirm your suspicions and…
Child abuse is a serious crime that is prosecuted aggressively in Marietta. Normally, this can be considered a good thing. If you’re facing false allegations, however, it can be a daunting fact to face. The good news is that your situation isn’t hopeless. So, how…
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