Collateral Consequences of Criminal Convictions
Direct consequences of criminal convictions include lengthy incarceration, high fines, and extended court supervision. Eventually, however, the cell doors open, fines are paid off, and court supervision ends. The collateral consequences of a criminal conviction, om the other hand, either don’t end as quickly or don’t end at all. Attorneys must warn defendants about the […]
Hit-and-Runs in Criminal and Civil Court: What’s the Difference?
These incidents have become increasingly common over the past few years, especially among pedestrian accidents. Today, about 25 percent of pedestrian accidents are hit-and-runs. Frequently, people flee accident scenes because they don’t have insurance, have immigration issues, or are otherwise afraid of the consequences. Regardless of the reason, these victims badly need compensation for their […]
An In-Depth Look at Search Warrant Exceptions
The Constitution’s Fourth Amendment prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures. For over a century, this fundamental right was nothing but ink on paper. In fact, as late as 1897, the Supreme Court ruled that police-coerced confessions were admissible evidence in criminal prosecutions. A few years later, the Supremes finally embraced the exclusionary rule, which prohibited the […]
Is a Prenuptial Agreement a Good Idea?
If like most people, you are willing to do whatever it takes to ensure a lasting marriage, then yes, a prenuptial agreement is a good idea. Money is the leading cause of marital friction. Disagreements could arise over how to get along without much money or how to deal with an excessive amount of money. […]
Major Drug Bust in Richmond County
Authorities released few details about a yearlong investigation that resulted in eight arrests for drug trafficking and related charges. During the investigation, which involved the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office, Aiken County Sheriff’s Office, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, officers executed twelve search warrants at locations across Augusta-Richmond County. They seized three kilograms of cocaine, […]
Lawmakers Mull Tougher Gang Law
Republican lawmakers who are determined to take a bite out of crime dusted off the mandatory minimum principles when they introduced Senate Bill 44. Senate Bill 44, introduced by state Sen. Bo Hatchett, R-Cornelia, also mandates minimum sentences for gang offenses currently on the books in Georgia. It would allow prosecutors and judges to consider […]
Top Five Signs That a DUI Case is Weak
The difference between a strong DUI case and a weak case could be over $20,000. That’s the average cost of a Georgia DUI. Most of these expenses are indirect costs, such as higher auto insurance rates. Convicted drunk drivers must buy-high risk insurance for at least three years. An SR-22 could cost two or three […]
Local Politician Swatted for Sixth Time
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Rome) claims that, once again, a fraudster reported a false crime and summoned the police to her Floyd County home. Swatting is the act of making a hoax 911 call to draw an unnecessary law enforcement response. Using technology that makes it appear that the emergency call is coming from a […]
COVID-19 Fraudster Gets 20+ Years in Prison
A man who, according to prosecutors, masterminded a $115 million N-95 mask Ponzi scheme will spend the next 244 months in a federal prison. “The schemes for which this defendant was sentenced, including the purported sale of non-existent medical supplies during the pandemic, were outrageous,” said Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Brian M. Boynton, head […]
Manhunt On for Aggravated Assault Suspect
Authorities say a 28-year-old Richland man, who is wanted on aggravated assault charges, is on the run, armed, and dangerous. On November 9, 2022, 911 received a call regarding a shots fired incident in the 100 block of Church Street in Richland, Georgia. Shortly thereafter, 911 received another call indicating a victim was shot and […]
