After a break-up, emotions run high. You may feel like a jilted lover and want to get back at the person who broke your heart. In the cyber age, intimate and compromising photos and videos can find their way to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & Snapchat. What is Revenge Porn? Georgia’s so-called Revenge Porn …
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The Case Against R. Kelly
Grammy Award-winning singer Robert Sylvester Kelly, better known as R. Kelly, is facing a mountain of federal charges. He was arrested in July on separate indictments from the Northern District of Illinois and the Eastern District of New York. The Northern District of Georgia could be next since the singer lived in Metro Atlanta where …
Do I Need a Criminal Defense Lawyer?
If you’ve been arrested or charged with a crime, it’s in your best interest to immediately contact a criminal defense attorney. A good criminal defense lawyer can explain your rights in all stages of the criminal process and help make the difference between a reduced plea bargain, dismissal or a jail sentence. Being charged with …
Understanding the Difference: Bail vs. Bonds
Once a person is in police custody and is charged with an alleged offense, he or she may get out of jail either by posting bail or obtaining a bond. A judge will determine the amount of bail based on factors like severity of the offense, the likelihood the defendant will commit additional crimes after …
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ATC Attorneys Analyze High-Profile Trial on CourtTV
Andersen, Tate & Carr criminal defense attorneys Patrick McDonough and Trinity Hundredmark recently walked CourtTV viewers through all the proceedings of a high-profile trial. Mr. McDonough and Ms. Hundredmark were on-air to analyze the opening statements and deliberations in the Kellen Winslow, Jr. rape trial. Click here to watch Patrick McDonough weigh-in on opening statements. …
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ATC Criminal Defense Attorneys Join CourtTV as Commentators
CourtTV is back in session, with gavel-to-gavel coverage of some of the most gripping trials making national headlines. ATC’s veteran Atlanta Defense Attorneys, Patrick McDonough and Trinity Hundredmark, have been tapped to join the on-air team as commentators and will provide in-depth analysis of all the court proceedings. McDonough & Hundredmark recently shared key legal …
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Is Identity Fraud a Felony in Georgia?
Identity fraud is one of the most common white-collar crimes committed. It can be as simple as using someone’s ATM card without thei permission to something more elaborate, such as using someone’s personal information to rack up credit card debt or even take out various loans. In Georgia, identity fraud is a serious crime with …
The Basics of Insurance Fraud in Georgia
Consumers are required to purchase several forms of insurance to ensure they are financially protected, such as auto insurance for drivers and home insurance for homeowners. When someone commits an act designed to defraud the insurance process, they are then committing insurance fraud. Insurance fraud is a crime that often comes with serious consequences for …
Understanding Probation Violations in Georgia
In Georgia, those convicted of a misdemeanor or felony may have an opportunity to satisfy their sentence out of custody if the judge issues a probation order. Probation allows a person under a first offender agreement or a convicted individual a chance to avoid incarceration under the supervision of a probation officer. If the probationer …
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Parental Kidnapping Laws In Georgia: Acting In The Best Interests Of The Child
The most difficult and contentious area of any divorce is determining custody. There are countless factors that go into determining custody, and agreements can be amended and changed over time. One situation that, while not common, comes up due to custody agreements is parental kidnapping. Kidnapping is often seen through the lens of dramatized television, …
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How To Resolve A Bench Warrant
Typically, the word “warrant” evokes images of police appearing at your door. While arrest warrants can absolutely lead to that outcome, the most common form of warrant in Georgia is a bench warrant. The difference between the two is significant, despite the differences in how they are served. Removing a bench warrant can be difficult, …
Understanding Trespassing Charges In Georgia
Trespassing is a fairly broad crime in Georgia. The severity of the crime can range from a misdemeanor to a major felony. While it seems cut and dry, there are a great many parts for trespassing to be considered criminal trespassing. There are numerous ways criminal trespassing; A person commits the offense of criminal trespass …
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What Is Considered “Obstruction of Justice” In Georgia?
The word “obstruction” is being heard more and more due to the current political turmoil and investigations. While it might be spoken of in regards to major cases that reach huge world players, obstruction can happen at every level of law enforcement. Even a routine traffic stop can lead to obstruction, and it’s important to …
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Juvenille Arrests for Drugs – What to Know
Drug use has been an issue for teenagers for decades, to the point where around 86% of high school students know someone that abuses substances. Drinking and marijuana are the top substances among students, with over a quarter of students using marijuana, and nearly three-quarters using alcohol. With the continued rise in use, the number …
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Conspiracy: Understanding the Charges & Penalties
The idea of a conspiracy typically brings to mind crime novels and more sensational situations, but conspiracy to commit a crime is a serious offence, and one that can vary in the way it is addressed. The charges can be complex, and it’s important to know the laws behind them. Conspiracy Laws Conspiracy laws fall …
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Beating Disorderly Conduct Charges in Georgia
Generally speaking, disorderly conduct (a.k.a. disturbing the peace) refers to behaviors and words that disrupt the lives of others in a way that they interpret as threatening. The laws for disorderly conduct (O.C.G.A. § 16-11-39) are written in a way that leaves them open to interpretation, and there are both state laws and city ordinances …
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What Is the Difference Between Drug Possession and Intent to Distribute in Georgia?
In the State of Georgia, it is illegal to purchase, possess, manufacture, distribute, or sell controlled substances or marijuana (O.C.G.A. § 16-13-30). The laws in our state are particularly harsh for drug-related offenses, and therefore it’s essential to understand the charges being brought against you and to seek expert counsel as soon as possible. Except …
Possession, Distribution, and Trafficking: Understanding Drug Charges in Georgia
In the State of Georgia, drug laws are notoriously strict in comparison to many other states. The vast majority of drug charges are felony offenses, and there are many factors that increase the severity of the charges being brought against the accused. The three most common drug-related charges are: Possession of a Controlled Substance (O.C.G.A. …
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Criminal Trespass Versus Criminal Damage to Property: A Major Difference for Related Crimes
Both Criminal Trespass (O.C.G.A. § 16-7-21) and Criminal Damage to Property are crimes related to damage and intrusion upon property. However, the charges carry major differences, resulting in vastly different punishments. Criminal Trespass Criminal Trespass (O.C.G.A. § 16-7-21) charges can be brought against someone who intentionally causes less than $500 worth of damages any property …
A Client Success Story: Beating a Felony “Fleeing and Attempting to Elude” Charge
Being charged with DUI, hit and run, and reckless driving is a distressing situation for any driver, but also being charged with fleeing and attempting to elude police officers and strikes or collides with another vehicle (O.C.G.A. § 40-6-395(b)(5)(A)) adds an additional layer of complication. In Georgia, fleeing and attempting to elude law enforcement is …
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