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Lesser Included Offenses – What They are and Why You Might Need Them
You may have heard the phrase “lesser included offense” on television or in movies – whether in a fiction show or a documentary covering a criminal court case. You might be wondering, do we have those in Georgia? We absolutely do. You might also wonder – do they apply to traffic tickets? And again –…
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4 Things Cops Look for to Start a DUI Investigation
Police officers in Georgia can’t just pull you over because they *think* you’ve been drinking or doing drugs and then got behind the wheel. No. They need what is called probable cause in order to pull you over and to start a DUI investigation. So – what are police looking for? What types of things…
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Bench Trial vs. Jury Trial
Today, we’re going to look at when you might want to have a bench trial in your Georgia traffic ticket case, versus having a jury trial. Let’s get started. What is a trial? A trial in a traffic ticket case is where the police say you broke a traffic law, but you don’t believe that…
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I Just Got a Ticket. Now What?
If you get pulled over and cited with one or more traffic tickets in Georgia, you will want to know what to expect and what steps to take next. This guide will hopefully help you be more aware of the traffic ticket process in Georgia and what you may be likely to face in the…
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Tips to Help you Prepare for Traffic Court
Got a traffic ticket in Georgia? Don’t sweat it – here are some tips to help you prepare for Traffic Court: Do your research What are your charges? Before you go to court, know what you’re actually charged with. Did you get one ticket, or three? Have you looked up what laws you’ve been accused…
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Seven Tips for Handling the Police
The next time you are pulled over or stopped by the police, keep in mind these seven key rights to protect yourself: You have the right to film your interaction with law enforcement In Georgia, you have the right to film your entire interaction with the police as long as you are stopped or walking.…
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Common Traffic Ticket Concerns in Georgia
Here’s some common questions and concerns about Traffic Tickets in Georgia, to help you understand what practically happens when you get a traffic ticket or citation. Can I get my case thrown out? The only times you can get your case thrown out is if the police didn’t do their job right – and you…
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What is Failure to Appear (FTA) Status
Failure to Appear (FTA) status in court is when an individual fails to show up for their appointed court date. This usually happens because the individual forgot their court date, didn’t know their court date, or simply chose not to appear. If an individual doesn’t comply with the terms set forth in their FTA notice,…
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Know your rights to protect yourself when getting a speeding ticket in Atlanta Georgia
In Atlanta, Georgia, if a police officer pulls you over and gives you a speeding ticket, make sure you know your rights to protect yourself. Being pulled over for speeding is always nerve-wracking, but if it happens to you in Atlanta, Georgia, there are some specific things you should know. This blog post will provide…
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Tips to avoid speeding tickets in Atlanta
No one wants to waste their time or money on a speeding ticket, so here are some tips on how you can avoid them in Atlanta. Speed limits exist for a reason–they help to keep us safe on the roads. But, unfortunately, sometimes we can’t help but exceed them. If you’re caught speeding in Atlanta,…
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