The Second Amendment gives Americans the right to bear arms, but there are Georgia laws that govern how and where those firearms can be used. These laws can be quite complicated, and charges relating to firearm offenses can carry stiff fines and penalties for those convicted of a gun-related crime. Depending on the circumstances of your case, these penalties can include years in prison, enhanced sentences on related charges and mandatory minimum sentences.There are a wide range of laws on both the state and federal levels that govern the possession and use of firearms. There are many potential complications and legal intricacies surrounding Georgia firearms offenses. An attorney who understands the inner workings of the Georgia criminal justice system and the legal possession, use and ownership of a firearm are your best and most reliable line of defense against such charges. We are committed to protecting the legal rights and interests of each and every one of our clients. We firmly maintain that they’re innocent until proven guilty beyond reasonable doubt in a court of law.
From carrying a weapon in an unauthorized location to unlawful possession of a firearm or weapon or firearm possession by a felon, there are a wide range of gun-related offenses in the state of Georgia that a person could be charged with under a variety of circumstances. Because there are so many potential charges you could face regarding the use and possession of a firearm, it’s not always easy to understand the deeper implications of conviction.
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Vehicular manslaughter (also known as vehicular homicide) can be either a misdemeanor or felony charge depending on the circumstances of the accident, but either charge could result in jail time or prison, fines, parole, probation and driver’s license loss. The death of an individual in a traffic accident is tragic, but your actions and rights deserve defense. And, you need aggressive defense in the face of a serious criminal charge.
In Georgia, theft by extortion is when you obtain money or property by threatening another person, their property, or loved ones. You can also be charged with extortion if you acquire money or property through intimidation or falsely claiming to be someone whom you’re not. If you’ve been charged with extortion, you could be facing up to 10 years in prison.
In Georgia, theft by deception occurs when you take someone else’s property through deceptive means, with the purpose of intentionally depriving that person of his or her own property. Likewise, if you knowingly accept payment for services that won’t be rendered, you can be charged with theft by deception. The same goes for selling property with liens to someone without disclosing the property claims.
Typically considered a “white collar crime,” embezzlement occurs when a person entrusted with the monitoring or management of someone else’s assets deliberately appropriates them for their own financial gain. There are a variety of circumstances that can result in embezzlement charges, and a conviction can carry fines and possible prison terms of one to 10 years.
Knowingly receiving, disposing of or retaining property that has been stolen can result in you being charged with theft by receiving. Even if you weren’t certain, but had reason to believe the property was stolen, you may have committed theft by receiving according to Georgia law.
In the state of Georgia, stalking is a serious crime. What appears to be harmless behavior can deprive you of your freedom even if the alleged victim is a person you love or care for.
If you or a loved one is being charged with or investigated for burglary charges in Georgia, you need the attention and assistance of a qualified, experienced criminal defense attorney who can protect your rights and freedom. With the severity of sentencing that accompanies an Atlanta burglary charge, attorneys dedicated to protecting you are a necessity.
There are severe consequences for homicide, murder or manslaughter charges in Georgia. If you are charged with one of these violent crimes, you could be facing life imprisonment or possibly the death penalty. You need the legal representation of an experienced, skilled and aggressive Georgia attorney. We are committed to protecting the rights of the accused in all types of Georgia criminal cases, including murder, homicide and manslaughter.
11. If you are the alleged victim of a crime and you call the police to investigate that crime, you can still be accused of some other criminal offense if they see evidence of it in plain view. You will never know what the police have in their file against you, and you will never know your actual potential criminal exposure. When you interact with a police officer, you may be providing evidence to them that may cause them to charge you with a crime that is not even under consideration against you. This is commonly referred to as the plain view doctrine. When you invite the police into your life or home, you are subject to what they see, and you are at risk therein. Many clients who let police into their home, and in plain view, the police will see evidence of another crime, often something drug-related. When the police see rolling papers or evidence of drug use, they will look to investigate further. As a result, inviting the police into your home can cause you to be charged with a crime, even if you are reporting that you are the victim of some other crime.