Richmond Hill, GA criminal law firm

April 22, 2010

Under law, prisoners can to file petitions for habeas corpus, challenging the legality of their detention but this right can be suspended in times of national emergency. The petition for habeas corpus requests that a judge issue a writ, ordering that the prisoner be produced in the court at a fixed place, date and time. [...]

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Richmond Hill, GA forfeiture law firm

April 21, 2010

The procedure in which forfeiture will be handled, and if the proceedings are “criminal” or “civil” in nature, will differ significantly from state to state. It is usually advisable to seek assistance from an experienced Richmond Hill, GA forfeiture law firm, if you are facing any kind of forfeiture proceding. Criminal forfeiture occurs when, after [...]

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Richmond Hill, GA drug defense law firm

April 20, 2010

In Georgia when a police officer finds that you have illegal drugs, you will be charged with drug possession even if you weren’t actually holding the drugs in your hand. You will be considered to be the owner of drugs found in your pockets or clothing, car or home, or any place over which you [...]

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Richmond Hill, GA Marijuana law firm

April 19, 2010

Marijuana possession in Richmond Hill, GA with intent to distribute charge invites some especially severe penalties. This felony crime includes jail time and even fines beginning in the thousands. If you have a huge amount of drugs, you may be slapped with this charge even if you have no intention of distributing the drug. In [...]

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Richmond Hill, GA drug law firm

April 18, 2010

Marijuana rules are different in every state. It is important to understand the subtle differences. Buying, selling, using or growing marijuana is illegal in all states of the US. Penalties vary from place to place, but normally consist of jail term, a fine or both. Beyond the misdemeanor DUI-contraband penalties, Georgia law has other more [...]

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Richmond Hill, GA murder and homicide law firm

April 17, 2010

State and federal laws covering homicide and murder are the most complex of all criminal laws. Never attempt to defend a murder or homicide charge by yourself. Before you hire a Richmond Hill, GA murder and homicide law firm, ask for references. Request to be provided with a copy of the lawyer’s retainer agreement and [...]

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Richmond Hill, GA Arson Law firm

April 16, 2010

Arson is a serious charge that generally doesn’t involve getting off with a warning. An experienced Richmond Hill, GA arson law firm can help you if you are charged with arson. The penalties may be severe, but a seasoned arson law firm can get you the best possible results. An individual helping with the crime [...]

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Richmond Hill, GA criminal appeal law firm

April 15, 2010

When arrested in Richmond Hill, GA, your first court appearance will be at the arraignment. During arraignment, the judge reads the charges filed against you in the complaint and you have to plead “guilty,” “not guilty” or “no contest” to those charges. The judge will also review your bail and fix dates for future proceedings. [...]

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Richmond Hill, GA Criminal Defense Law firm

April 14, 2010

Before you hire a Richmond Hill, GA criminal defense law firm, ask for references. Request to be provided with a copy of the lawyer’s retainer agreement and have it explained to you before you hire the lawyer or the attorney’s law firm. A criminal defense attorney will want to know who you are and how [...]

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Liberty County, Georgia DUI law firm

April 13, 2010

Every state imposes a maximum permissible blood alcohol content (BAC) for drivers, and you will be considered legally “drunk” even if you do not feel that you are in any way influenced by the alcohol you drank. The permissible limit for blood alcohol in Liberty County, Georgia, is typically 0.08%, although DUI charges are often [...]

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