Criminal Defense

Defending yourself and your property from physical harm is a legal right that Georgia allows in certain conditions. However, not all use of force is justified.  It’s important that you understand exactly when you can and cannot use physical force to defend yourself....

In Georgia, both voluntary and involuntary manslaughter involve the unlawful killing of another person, but they differ in intent and circumstances. Voluntary manslaughter is often characterized as a “crime of passion” usually resulting from some type of provocation....

When police officers want to search a private residence, they frequently knock and ask for permission. Sometimes, people open the door to the police. Others may refuse to let them inside to protect against invasions of privacy. The officers might force their way onto...

When someone unlawfully takes another person’s life, the authorities can level a variety of different charges, depending upon the specific circumstances of the case. Malice murder is one charge that may be applied. It has unique requirements and unique implications...

For young adults, understanding consent laws can be tricky. Georgia has "Romeo and Juliet" laws to protect teenagers and young adults in consensual relationships from harsh criminal charges. These laws apply to specific situations involving sexual activity between...

The law in Georgia holds individuals accountable for their role in a murder, regardless of whether they were directly involved in carrying it out. You could be charged with being an accessory to murder if you played a part in helping or supporting the crime before or...

Many eyewitnesses have absolutely no reason to lie and honestly believe that they are telling the truth. The eyewitness may simply have been a bystander at the scene of the crime. The police are conducting an investigation and they want to know what happened – and if...

Most adults will agree: we’ve done some bad things in our youth. Tales of pushing boundaries and risky behavior are common themes at many class reunions. And while some people may want to blame poor parenting or peer pressure, it’s also true that a teenager’s brain is...

Unfounded allegations of sexual misconduct can arise in various situations, such as divorce proceedings, custody battles, post-breakup scenarios and within the workplace. These baseless accusations can severely damage one’s reputation, career and mental well-being....

There are all kinds of methods the police use when they’re interrogating suspects, but one of the most popular methods is known as the Reid Technique. While the Reid Technique has been used by police for years, it’s become increasingly controversial due to its...