Under Georgia law, inciting to riot is a serious offense that can result in significant penalties. The statute, O.C.G.A. § 16-11-31, defines the crime as follows: “A person commits the offense of inciting to riot when, with intent to riot, they engage in conduct that urges, counsels, or advises others…
By: William Head, Cory Yager, and Larry Kohn, Legal Book Co-Authors On Over a Dozen Law Books Facing criminal charges in the Forsyth County Courthouse can significantly impact your life and career. Most people lack personal connections to local criminal defense attorneys and feel uncertain about finding one online, making the process risky. Unlike…
If you have heard the term ‘DUI Less Safe’ and wondered what it means in Georgia, this article will educate you. A DUI less safe charge can happen even if your blood alcohol level is unknown. A forensic breath test, like the Intoxilyzer 9000 used in Georgia, can reveal a…
If you are fighting criminal charges, it is vital to comprehend the intricacies of the many criminal defense procedures and tactics. Within Georgia’s legal framework, offenses are differentiated into felonies and misdemeanors, and each statutory enactment will provide the range of the potential penalties if convicted. The commencement of this…
The Georgia First Offender Act is a sentencing option that allows certain first-time offenders to avoid a permanent criminal record (record restriction). Under this act, eligible individuals can plead guilty or nolo contendere (nolo) to a charge without facing misdemeanor convictions. After you complete your sentence, the court drops the…
Georgia law recognizes four degrees of forgery, each carrying different penalties: First Degree Forgery: Involves making, altering, or possessing any forged writing (except checks) and uttering or delivering it. Second Degree Forgery: Similar to first degree, but without uttering or delivering the forged document. Third Degree Forgery: Involves forged checks…
Many people contact our law office to ask, “What is illegal gambling in GA?” Most gambling is illegal in Georgia, with only a few exceptions allowed. Georgia defines gambling as betting on games or contests. or playing cards, dice, or ball games to win money or valuable items. The only…
The metro Atlanta area offers many waterways where Georgians and residents of other states can enjoy boating, skiing, fishing, and just riding around Lake Lanier on a clear day. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GA DNR) oversees all boating activities. They enforce laws to keep everyone safe. Sometimes those…
Are you facing bigamy charges in Georgia? As a criminal defense attorney with over 500 AVVO 5-star reviews, affordable criminal defense attorney Atlanta Larry Kohn has extensive experience defending clients against complex legal accusations, including bigamy. This comprehensive guide will help you understand the intricacies of bigamy laws in Georgia…
Feticide in GA is when someone intentionally causes the death of an unborn child by harming the mother. This would be considered murder if it resulted in the mother’s death. Feticide can also occur by causing the death of the fetus while committing a felony. This feticide definition is outlined…