When most people hear about burglary, visions of the Hamburglar creep into their heads. These visions are inaccurate on several important levels. First and foremost,
Going From Bad to Worse: Cobb County has some of the most aggressive prosecutors in Georgia. If there is any way to enhance charges at
Bail bonds are the primary pretrial jail release devices in Cobb County. Essentially, buying a bail bond is like buying an insurance policy. If Ted
Although most countries have constitutions and other documents which state otherwise, there is usually a presumption of guilt in criminal cases. That’s especially true if
The writ of habeas corpus, and its derivatives, is one of the most important and most fragile rights in our country. Habeas corpus, a right
After officers pursued a vehicle through residential areas at speeds over 100mph, the suspect driver lost control of his car and crashed into a utility
Some public defenders in Cobb County are experienced professionals who are dedicated to their clients’ rights. Others are overworked, underpaid, and just looking to get
The short answer is quite easy and related to the range of punishment. Misdemeanors are punishable by up to one year in a county jail.
The answer to this important question depends on who you ask. Police officers almost always testify that defendants “failed” the walk-and-turn and other approved FSTs,
An 11-year-old boy who was “celebrating Halloween,” according to the Atlanta Police Department, is dead after a motorist struck him as he allegedly stepped out
