by Farnsworth and Murphy LLC | Jul 16, 2021 | Violent Crimes
The penalties that someone in Georgia might face for assault or battery charges will depend on the facts and circumstances of what happened, whether they are charged with a misdemeanor or felony, and their criminal records. By understanding the potential penalties...
by Farnsworth and Murphy LLC | Jan 14, 2020 | Violent Crimes
If you have recently been accused of domestic violence in Georgia, you may be subject to a restraining order. A restraining order potentially makes it possible for you to continue living your life relatively normally and to avoid jail time. However, it also means that...
by Farnsworth and Murphy LLC | Jul 18, 2019 | Violent Crimes
If someone fears for their life or the lives of those around them due to abuse or threats of abuse from a partner or spouse, then they can seek out a domestic violence restraining order. A domestic violence restraining order, also known as a protective order, is a...
by Farnsworth and Murphy LLC | Aug 27, 2018 | Violent Crimes
Domestic violence is an age-old problem that humanity has dealt with, and tried to overcome, for centuries. These days, the rules of society protect family members from becoming the victims of domestic violence by offering them swift and immediate protection from...
by Farnsworth and Murphy LLC | Aug 3, 2018 | Violent Crimes
If you have been accused of assaulting a person in the state of Georgia, you may face time in jail and you will need to defend yourself. Everyone has the right to defend themselves, and this provides a great opportunity for people to tell their side of the story and...
by Farnsworth and Murphy LLC | Apr 27, 2017 | Violent Crimes
When someone you were once close to gets a restraining order against you, it can be devastating. You probably want answers and closure. Unfortunately, any attempt to speak with the other person could leave you in a legally complicated position. The courts in Georgia...
