Articles Posted in Criminal Defense

By: Larry Kohn, Georgia criminal defense attorney, Kohn & Yager LLC Under Georgia law, simple battery means making physical contact that is insulting or provoking. Intentionally causing physical harm to another person also counts. This guide explains Georgia simple battery penalties. It covers what happens on a first offense. It also covers how a skilled…

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…

Criminal defense lawyers with payment plans let a defendant spread the retainer and the remaining fee over scheduled installments instead of paying the full amount before the firm files an entry of appearance. Most Georgia private firms, including Kohn & Yager LLC, will structure a plan for a qualifying client, though terms depend on the…

What Is a Municipal or Local Ordinance Violation in Georgia? A municipal ordinance violation is a breach of a law passed by a Georgia city or county government. Local governments write these laws, and the state legislature does not. These offenses are quasi-criminal. Georgia law does not classify them as misdemeanors or felonies, but they…

In Georgia, the crime of battery occurs when there is actual physical contact with another human being that causes harm to that person. Keep reading to learn the key differences between simple battery, aggravated battery and assault. Simple battery involves minor physical harm or offensive touching. Aggravated battery involves severe physical harm, disfigurement, or the loss…

Understanding Felony Charges in Atlanta In Georgia, felonies are the most serious type of crime. State law defines a felony as any crime punishable by death, life in prison, or more than twelve months behind bars. A misdemeanor carries at most twelve months in county jail and a one thousand dollar fine. This split matters.…

Facing criminal charges in Atlanta is a life-altering experience. The stakes are high—your freedom, reputation, and future are on the line. Whether you’re accused of a misdemeanor like a first offense DUI or a serious felony sex crime, understanding the workings of the criminal justice system and narrowing your search to the 10 best criminal…

Georgia DUI Laws and Penalties: What Every Driver Needs to Know Georgia's impaired-driving offense is DUI – driving under the influence – charged under Georgia law. This article covers how prosecutors prove a DUI case in Georgia. It explains the penalty tiers for first, second, and third offenses. It also covers probation terms, license consequences,…

Facing criminal charges can be a daunting experience. It’s a time when our client’s life will be filled with uncertainty, trepidation, and fear. Accused citizens know they need experienced criminal lawyers. This gives them a better chance to stay out of jail and keep their normal lives. But most people have no idea which Atlanta…

A good Atlanta DUI lawyer stays very busy for two reasons: people who live here year-round can enjoy abundant nightlife and sporting events like the Atlanta Falcons, the Braves, and the Hawks pro basketball team. The second reason this part of Georgia records so many drunk driving arrests is because the city is a major…