Articles Posted in Criminal Defense

By Larry Kohn, Georgia Gambling Lawyer Since 1998 – Over 600 AVVO 5-Star Client Reviews Despite many attempts by lawmakers over the years to legalize gambling in Georgia most gambling is still illegal, with only a few exceptions. Georgia defines gambling as betting on sports games or contests. or playing cards, dice, or other casino-style…

By Atlanta Criminal Defense Attorney Larry Kohn, With Over 28 Years of Courtroom Experience and Over 600 5-Star AVVO Reviews Georgia criminal law in 2026 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:…

By Atlanta Criminal Defense Lawyer Larry Kohn – Super Lawyer 9 Years In a Row With Over 28 Years As a Top Atlanta Attorney The Georgia First Offender Act is a sentencing option that allows certain first-time misdemeanor and felony offenders to avoid a permanent mark on their criminal record. Under this act, eligible individuals…

By Atlanta Traffic Ticket Lawyer Larry Kohn With Over 28 Years of Criminal Law Experience Failure to come to a complete stop at a stop sign in Georgia is a serious traffic offense mainly because of the points that get added to your license or driving record. A conviction for this violation adds 3 points…

By: William Head, one of America’s best-known criminal defense attorneys, and a Double Dawg from UGA for undergraduate and law school If you are facing criminal charges after defending yourself in Atlanta or anywhere in the metro Atlanta area, Georgia’s Stand Your Ground law may protect you from prosecution. If you dripped a pin on…

Georgia’s cruelty to children laws cover far more than obvious physical abuse and can lead to harsh felony or misdemeanor consequences even when no one is seriously hurt. If you are under investigation or already charged with GA cruelty to children, you need to understand the different degrees of this offense and how fast things…

By: Larry Kohn, a 28-Year Veteran of Courtrooms Across GA – Named a Super Lawyer 9 Years in a Row Under OCGA 16‑5‑23, a simple battery in Georgia means making physical contact that is insulting, provoking, or causes visible bodily harm. This guide explains Georgia simple battery penalties, what happens on a first offense, and…

These materials cover various Georgia DUI laws, and roughly two dozen could apply to your pending case. Seeing this maze of legal rules and statutes is proof positive that a person should never try to self-represent. If money is an issue, then seek to qualify for a public defender, at the State’s cost. The United…

Working with the criminal justice system in Georgia is a daunting experience, whether you’re facing a minor misdemeanor or a serious felony. The stakes are high: your freedom, reputation, and future are all at risk. But you are not alone. With the right information and a skilled criminal defense attorney, you can protect your rights…

In Georgia, cities and municipalities can make their own laws called local ordinances, or city ordinances. A city ordinance violation is not considered a misdemeanor or felony, but it is a punishable offense under 2026 Georgia criminal law. During your arraignment, you and your Atlanta criminal defense lawyer will enter a plea of not guilty…