Chatham County, Georgia criminal law firm

April 2, 2010

Under law, prisoners are allowed to file petitions for habeas corpus, challenging the legality of their detention but this right may be suspended in times of national emergency. A petition for habeas corpus asks that a court issue a writ, ordering that a prisoner be produced before the court at a fixed place, date and [...]

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Chatham County, Georgia forfeiture law firm

April 1, 2010

The manner in which forfeiture will be dealt with, and whether the proceedings are “criminal” or “civil” in nature, will vary significantly from state to state. It is generally advisable to take assistance from an experienced Chatham County, Georgia forfeiture law firm, if you are facing any type of forfeiture proceding. Criminal forfeiture takes place [...]

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Chatham County, Georgia drug defense law firm

March 31, 2010

Under Georgia law if 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 [...]

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Chatham County, Georgia Marijuana law firm

March 30, 2010

Marijuana possession in Chatham County, Georgia with intent to distribute charge invites some especially harsh penalties. This felony crime includes prison term and even fines beginning in the thousands. If you have a huge quantity of drugs, you may be slapped with this offense even if you had no intention of distributing the marijuana. In [...]

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Chatham County, Georgia drug law firm

March 29, 2010

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

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Chatham County, Georgia murder and homicide law firm

March 28, 2010

State and federal laws regarding homicide and murder are the most complex of any criminal laws. Never attempt to defend a murder or homicide charge by yourself. Before you hire a Chatham County, Georgia murder and homicide law firm, request for references. Request to be provided with a copy of the attorney’s retainer agreement and [...]

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Chatham County, Georgia Arson Law firm

March 27, 2010

Arson is a serious charge that generally doesn’t involve getting off with a warning. An experienced Chatham County, Georgia arson law firm can assit you if you are charged with arson. The penalties can be severe, but an experienced arson law firm can get you the best possible results. A person helping with the crime [...]

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Chatham County, Georgia criminal appeal law firm

March 26, 2010

When arrested in Chatham County, Georgia, your first court appearance is at the arraignment. At the arraignment, the judge will read out 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 [...]

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Chatham County, Georgia Criminal Defense Law firm

March 25, 2010

Before you hire a Chatham County, Georgia 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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Results of a criminal charge in Savannah GA

March 24, 2010

Results of a criminal charge in Savannah GA The various results of a criminal charge in Savannah GA includes without limitation: a criminal investigation with no arrest, an arrest but dismissal of the case due to a procedural error made on the part of the police, an arrest followed by a plea bargain made with [...]

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