Georgia Criminal Defense

An arrest in Georgia for a felony, misdemeanor, DUI or any violation is always a serious matter. A. Bishop Law, Georgia Criminal Defense Lawyers in Gainesville, GA, understand how critical it is that their clients are aware of their Constitutional rights.

We realize that being arrested in Georgia is probably the most difficult time of a client’s life, not only for them but for their family as well. If you need a lawyer in Georgia, our skilled Georgia criminal lawyers strategically handle every client’s case and work hard to protect their rights.

Please take a moment to browse through our articles and videos for information to help you better understand the criminal court process. If you have an urgent matter, don’t hesitate to call us immediately.

Jackson County State Court Courthouse in Georgia

annebishop January 29, 2014 Article & Video Library, Georgia Criminal Defense, Georgia DUI, Georgia Speeding & Traffic Law

View More Criminal Defense Articles Jackson County State Court is the Court that handles misdemeanor violations, such as an arrest for a DUI in Jackson County, Speeding Tickets, Marijuana Possession, etc. that occur in Jackson County, Georgia. Â Jackson County…
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Pretrial DNA Collection from Defendants in Georgia

annebishop June 5, 2013 Article & Video Library, Georgia Criminal Defense

A person holding a tube of blood in front of a wall.

Â View More Criminal Defense Articles Maryland v. King In the case of Maryland v. King, King was arrested in 2009 for a first and second degree assault for pointing a shotgun at a group of people.Â While being processed into…
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Georgia Hunting Under the Influence Now .08 (New for 2013)

annebishop April 25, 2013 Article & Video Library, Georgia Criminal Defense

Â View More Criminal Defense Articles Although not “Boating”, the new Hunting Under the Influence (HUI) law reflects the legislature’s desire to make across the board changes to alcohol related offenses and Georgia outdoors. Â The new Hunting Under the Influence (HUI)…
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Speeding Tickets are Crimes in Georgia

annebishop April 12, 2013 Article & Video Library, Georgia Criminal Defense, Georgia Speeding & Traffic Law

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View More Criminal Defense Articles Supreme Court Ruling:Â A recent United States Supreme Court ruling concluded that there is no constitutional protection for law enforcement officers arresting you for traffic offenses.Â However, most law enforcement agencies do not arrest…
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Marijuana Drug Charge in Georgia for Trace Amounts

annebishop April 3, 2013 Article & Video Library, Georgia Criminal Defense

A judge 's gavel next to a marijuana leaf.

View More Criminal Defense Articles Amount:Â If law enforcement officers can find and test marijuana they locate, then you can potentially be charged with possession of marijuana.Â The possession of marijuana must be a knowing possession. Drug-Smoking Device:Â If…
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Bench Warrant for Failure to Appear in Georgia

annebishop March 15, 2013 Article & Video Library, Georgia Criminal Defense, Georgia Speeding & Traffic Law

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View More Criminal Defense Articles Â What it is:Â The Official Code of Georgia Section 17-7-90 defines a bench warrant as a warrant issued by a judge for the arrest of a person accused of a crime by a grand…
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Criminal Dismissal Not Final in Georgia

annebishop February 18, 2013 Article & Video Library, Georgia Criminal Defense

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View More Criminal Defense Articles Prosecutors are not in the business of dismissing cases.Â Generally speaking, if they have a problem with their case they’re likely to reduce the charge to a lesser charge and do some type of plea…
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Georgia Marijuana and Drug Defense Attorney Discusses Equal Access

annebishop January 28, 2013 Article & Video Library, Georgia Criminal Defense

View More Criminal Defense Articles Drug Possession Charge: Sometimes a situation arises where several people are traveling in an automobile and one occupant has drugs on him or her and subsequently puts them under the seat or other compartment upon…
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Flowery Branch Georgia Municipal Court Ticket

annebishop December 18, 2012 Article & Video Library, Georgia Criminal Defense, Georgia DUI, Georgia Speeding & Traffic Law

A street with cars parked on the side of it.

View More Criminal Defense Articles Flowery Branch Municipal Court is located in City Hall, which is just off I-985 in the Historic Downtown Flowery Branch area. Â The Municipal Court handles numerous Speeding Tickets, DUI’s, Shoplifting charges and other misdemeanor infractions.…
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Oakwood Georgia Municipal Court Ticket

annebishop December 15, 2012 Article & Video Library, Georgia Criminal Defense, Georgia Speeding & Traffic Law flowery branch municipal court lawyer

A building with a clock tower and a flag flying.

Â View More Criminal Defense Articles Oakwood Municipal Court is located in Oakwood City Hall. Â Just off I-985, Oakwood is a rapidly growing community with many shopping, eating and drinking opportunities that attract numerous drivers and some citations from the Oakwood…
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