Misdemeanors
In Georgia, Misdemeanors are punishable by a maximum of one year in jail and $1,000.00 fine, while Felonies are punishable by more than one year in prison and a minimum $1,000.00. Our attorneys are familiar with the Georgia criminal laws to help protect your rights when you have been charged with a crime.
DUI
Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol is one of the most common misdemeanor offenses and is one of the most contested areas of criminal law. Georgia DUI law has administrative proceedings that can suspend your license in addition to criminal penalties can increase in severity if you’ve been convicted previously. This has caused DUI law in Georgia to be one of the most complex areas of criminal law. It is important to speak with an attorney that is familiar with the complex Georgia DUI laws.
Drug Possession
Georgia takes the enforcement of drug crimes very seriously. Whether a serious felony drug possession or trafficking of methamphetamines, cocaine or heroin or a simple possession of a few ounces of marijuana, it is important to hire an experienced attorney. A person faces serious criminal penalties in the state of Georgia if convicted for possessing, selling, or buying these narcotics. Acting fast will provide the best opportunity to protect your rights and build the strongest possible defense.
Assault and Battery
Battery is when a person intentionally makes physical contact with another or causes physical harm to another. Family violence battery is one of the most common criminal charges and it can have serious consequences on your criminal record. By contrast, an Assault is when a person attempts to commit a violent injury to another or does something to place another in reasonable fear of being harmed. While most assault and battery charges are misdemeanors, it is important to contact one of our attorneys to discuss your case.
Shoplifting
Shoplifting is a type of theft but it’s more complex than simply walking out of a retail store with an item of merchandise. A shoplifting arrest can affect your ability to obtain employment so it is important to speak to one of our attorneys about your case shoplifting arrest.