criminal defense

An indictment is the moment when a criminal case moves from being investigated to being prosecuted. Read more to learn what happens after an indictment.

An indictment is a formal document that officially accuses one or more people of committing a crime, but what does “indictment” mean to a defendant?

There is an anonymous saying that has been around since the 17th century: he who serves as his own lawyer

The right to legal counsel is so important to the American legal system that it is one of only two

One of the core tenets of American criminal law is laid out in the Sixth Amendment to the US Constitution,

When most people think about criminal court proceedings, they think about a trial. That makes sense: in our TV shows,

In last month’s article, we discussed theft by conversion, a crime in which someone commits theft by lawfully borrowing, financing,

Generally speaking, “theft” refers to what happens whenever someone unlawfully takes something that does not belong to them. In Georgia,

Last month, we took a deep dive into Georgia’s Racketeering Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act. That law has been

The Georgia RICO Act has been a hot topic in the news lately without much explanation for what it actually

A common question for criminal attorneys is the matter of assault vs. battery. Though often seen together, these offenses are separate crimes under Georgia law.

Most people are familiar with two types of warrants used in criminal investigations: search and arrest. The former authorizes law

“Assault,” from a legal standpoint, is a word with a very broad definition. A wide variety of different offenses can

Two terms that often get tossed around in courtroom dramas and police procedurals are “breaking and entering” and “burglary.” To

Being arrested or charged with a crime can be a frightening experience, leaving you with worry, doubt, and questions about

If you recently had your license suspended, you may feel stuck at home with no options until your suspension period

Throughout the country, state and federal laws recognize a vast range of criminal activity. In Georgia, the courts break down

If you or a loved one has received a drug crime charge related to drug dealing or drug trafficking, you

Because of the potential severity of a drug possession charge, it’s important to know how the law views these crimes and what the charge means for you.

Discover the different types of probation violation, consequences of violating your probation, and why you need a probation attorney.

If you have a suspended license, it’s vitally important to get the suspension lifted so you can continue your daily activities. Discover the answers to FAQs about a suspended license.

If you’re being investigated for criminal law matters such as murder, DUI, kidnapping, or aggravated assault, it’s important to have a criminal defense attorney on your side.

Being charged with a white-collar crime is a serious accusation. This type of bad publicity can shut down companies and cripple people for the rest of their life.

Arrested for a DUI? It’s important to know the amount of fines that may be given, if your license will be suspended, if you’ll go to jail, and how we can help.