Know Your Rights This Fourth of July
By Austin Nelson, Criminal Defense Attorney | Law Office of Austin Nelson — Marietta, Georgia The Fourth of July is one of the most celebrated holidays of the year —…
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Your Miranda Rights, Explained
By Austin Nelson, Criminal Defense Attorney | Law Office of Austin Nelson, Marietta, Georgia You’ve probably heard it a hundred times on TV: “You have the right to remain silent…”…
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First DUI in Cobb County? Here’s What Happens Next
A traffic stop is how most first-time DUI cases in Marietta and Cobb County begin — the choices you make in the next 30 days will shape the outcome more…
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FAQ: What Is an Arraignment? (And What to Expect at Yours)
By Austin Nelson, Criminal Defense Attorney | Law Office of Austin Nelson, Marietta, Georgia Welcome to the first post in a new series where I answer the questions I hear…
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No, Marijuana is not legal in Georgia
Marijuana is illegal in GA. Possession can result in felony charges, based on the amount. By: Austin Nelson, Criminal Defense Attorney based in Marietta, Cobb County, Georgia Is marijuana legal…
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Do I need a criminal defense attorney?
By: Austin Nelson, Marietta Criminal Defense Attorney You or a loved one have just been arrested. The question then becomes, do I really need to hire a criminal defense attorney?…
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Drug Penalties Explained: From Possession to Intent to Distribute
Drug possession carries stiff penalties in Georgia, and these penatlies become more severe for those with a prior conviction. By: Austin Nelson, Criminal Defense Attorney based in Marietta, Cobb County,…
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What are terroristic threats?
You may want to think twice before sending that angry or threatening text. Penalties for terroristic threats vary from 12 months of jail to 5 years prison time. By: Austin…
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Georgia Rules on Hemp are Changing
By: Austin Nelson, Criminal Defense Attorney at Law Office of Austin Nelson P.C. – A Marietta based Criminal Defense Law Firm Serving Cobb County, Georgia. Recent legislation will be changing…