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Judicial Qualifications Commission May Have Overstepped

December 8, 2016 No Comments

The Georgia Supreme Court recently questioned whether the Judicial Qualifications Commission (JQC) exceeded its authority when advising judges on courtroom security and public access. The Court found that the Commission’s opinion on restricting court entry “wandered into a field of law that is unclear and unsettled.” This case highlights the ongoing tension between judicial oversight and independence in Georgia’s courts — an issue with implications for legal professionals and defendants across Cobb, Bartow, and Paulding Counties.

New York Attorney General Tells Georgians to Keep Their Guns to Themselves

November 7, 2016 No Comments

A recent report revealed that over 2,800 guns used in New York crimes were purchased in Georgia, prompting calls for tougher federal gun control laws. New York’s attorney general argues that Georgia’s relaxed firearm policies undermine stricter laws in other states, while Georgians defend their Second Amendment rights and open carry laws. The debate underscores how gun legislation differs across states and highlights the importance of understanding Georgia’s firearm regulations, especially for residents in Cobb, Bartow, and Paulding Counties.

Defendant’s Battered Person Syndrome

October 25, 2016 No Comments

The Georgia Court of Appeals has granted a new trial for a woman convicted of aggravated assault in Cobb County after determining her defense attorney failed to introduce evidence of Battered Person Syndrome (BPS). The Court noted that expert testimony could have supported her justification defense and helped the jury understand her response to years of abuse. The ruling underscores how effective legal counsel and awareness of trauma-based defenses can significantly impact the outcome of criminal cases in Georgia.

Judicial Qualifications Commission May Have Overstepped

New York Attorney General Tells Georgians to Keep Their Guns to Themselves

Defendant’s Battered Person Syndrome

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