What Is the Georgia First Offender Act?

What Is the Georgia First Offender Act? What everyone should know The Georgia First Offender Act is a Georgia law that can allow certain eligible defendants to resolve a criminal case without being adjudicated guilty, subject to the terms and conditions imposed by the court. The law is found primarily in O.C.G.A. § 42-8-60 et […]

What Happens If My Child Is Arrested in Georgia?

What Happens If My Child Is Arrested in Georgia? A Parent’s Guide to Juvenile Court If your child has been arrested or accused of a crime in Georgia, you may be wondering what happens next. Will they go to jail? Will they have a criminal record? Do you need an attorney? Can the case be […]