Marietta Attorneys Dean Phillips Law Office

Dean Phillips Law Office

341 Lawrence Street
Marietta, GA 30060
770-900-9175

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November 9, 2022

Rising Crime Motivates and Divides Atlanta-Area Voters

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Historic violent crime levels are prompting citizens to go to the polls in 2022. Although everyone agrees there’s a problem, not everyone agrees on a solution.For the last three years, violent crime across Georgia has been on the rise. In the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Criminal, Ga State laws Tagged With: bail bonds, Burglary, cash bail, homicide, jail release, Murder, voluntary manslaughter

October 12, 2022

The Athens Murders: Thirty-Five Years Later

Clinton Bankston Jr. turned 17 on May 12, 1988. That was also the day he received five consecutive life sentences. Regardless of your perspective on this case, that’s a terrible birthday present.In April 1987, police found the bodies of UGA … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Criminal, Ga State laws Tagged With: evidence, forensic evidence, Murder

August 15, 2022

Most Georgians Believe Violent Crime is rising

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Never mind what the statistics say or don’t say. According to a new poll, almost two-thirds of Georgia residents believe violent crime has increased over the past two years.42 percent of respondents blamed weak gun laws for the uptick. Other … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Criminal, Ga State laws Tagged With: deadly weapon, evidence, intent, manslaughter, Murder, violent crime

March 1, 2022

What Are the Levels of Assault in Georgia?

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It’s very difficult for prosecutors to convict defendants in violent crime cases. #MeToo is a good example. This movement, which began in 2017, has lead to fewer than ten convictions worldwide. A few other cases settled out of court. Hundreds of men … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Criminal, Ga State laws Tagged With: aggravated assault, assault, Murder, Sexual Assault

July 21, 2016

Lack of Corroboration Frees Alleged Murderer

Fulton Superior Court convicted a defendant of murder and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, but the defendant noted a flaw in the court’s jury charge.Georgia’s Supreme Court examined the instructions given to the jury and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Criminal, Ga State laws Tagged With: Murder

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Thirteen People Arrested in Major Drug Bust

After they executed several search warrants in central Georgia, authorities seized forty pounds of … [Read More...]

Is Domestic Violence a Big Deal?

It depends on who you ask. Most defendants don’t think domestic violence is a big deal, especially … [Read More...]

Breaking Down a Retail Theft Case in Cobb County

It’s a victimless crime. The store just writes off the loss. The rich manufacturer doesn’t care … [Read More...]

What Are the Crimes That Can Get You Deported?

Prior to 1924, between 10 and 15 percent of Americans were foreign born. Then, Congress passed the … [Read More...]

Collateral Consequences of Criminal Convictions

Direct consequences of criminal convictions include lengthy incarceration, high fines, and extended … [Read More...]

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341 Lawrence Street
Marietta, Georgia 30060
770-900-9175

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