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Georgia Appeals Court Explains Cumulative Evidence

December 14, 2016 No Comments

When a conviction is challenged in Georgia, appellate courts often evaluate whether legal missteps truly impacted the outcome. In a recent case, the Georgia Court of Appeals upheld convictions despite valid defense claims—ruling that the cumulative evidence was still strong enough to support the verdict. Understanding how courts apply the cumulative evidence standard can make all the difference in building or appealing a criminal defense case in Cobb, Bartow, or Paulding County.

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False Statements Made to Cherokee County Police

November 9, 2016 No Comments

Two defendants in Cherokee County faced felony convictions for making false statements to police, after their claims against a school superintendent were disproven by surveillance video. The Georgia Court of Appeals upheld the jury’s decision but sent the case back for resentencing, finding ambiguity in the statute that could reduce the charge to a misdemeanor. This case highlights the serious consequences of providing false information to law enforcement and the importance of having an experienced criminal defense attorney when facing similar allegations in Cobb, Bartow, or Paulding County.

Georgia’s Appeals Court Explains Double Jeopardy

November 8, 2016 No Comments

A Cherokee County DUI case prompted the Georgia Court of Appeals to clarify how double jeopardy laws apply when multiple charges stem from a single incident. The defendant argued that paying a seat belt fine barred further prosecution for DUI and related offenses. However, the Court ruled that because each charge had a separate case number, prosecutors were not aware of the other citation — meaning double jeopardy did not apply. The decision reinforces how Georgia courts interpret procedural double jeopardy and the importance of legal counsel in defending against multiple criminal charges in Cobb, Bartow, and Paulding County.

Ross Harris Trial

November 2, 2016 No Comments

The Ross Harris trial became one of Georgia’s most publicized criminal cases, centering on the tragic 2014 death of Harris’s 22-month-old son. Over weeks of testimony, Cobb County prosecutors and the defense argued whether the incident was a terrible mistake or a deliberate act. Jurors reviewed video footage, car evidence, and emotional testimony before ultimately convicting Harris on eight charges, including malice murder and cruelty to children. His defense attorney plans to appeal, citing trial errors and inconsistent testimony. The case remains a defining moment in Cobb County’s criminal justice system.

Protective Orders Limiting Parental Visitation

October 31, 2016 No Comments

The Georgia Court of Appeals recently clarified the limits of protective orders in cases involving parental visitation rights. A Paulding County father appealed a ruling that restricted contact with his children after his wife obtained a protective order. While the Appeals Court upheld the trial court’s decision not to dismiss the order, it ruled that judges cannot permanently block visitation rights under such orders. This decision underscores the balance between family safety and parental rights in Georgia’s legal system.

Georgia Appeals Court Explains Cumulative Evidence

False Statements Made to Cherokee County Police

Georgia’s Appeals Court Explains Double Jeopardy

Ross Harris Trial

Protective Orders Limiting Parental Visitation

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