Author Archives: Lawrence J. Zimmerman
Georgia Crime Rate By City (2024 Updated)
Understanding crime trends in local communities is not merely interesting and helpful; it helps to safeguard and protect communities while empowering local individuals with crucial knowledge. An Atlanta, Georgia criminal defense lawyer is available to provide legal defense and insight into local laws when community…
2024 What Happens if You Kill Someone in Self Defense in Georgia?
A life-threatening situation that leads you to kill someone in self-defense is not only distressing and traumatic but will often lead to a criminal case against you. Significant stress and concern can emerge as a result, but you do not need to face this challenge…
2024 How Much Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer Cost in Georgia?
If you have been charged with a crime, the impact may be catastrophic, and it may seem like severe penalties, from jail time to fines and losing your rights, are unavoidable. However, a skilled Atlanta, Georgia criminal defense lawyer can be on your side and…
Differences in Homicide, Murder, & Manslaughter in Georgia
Many people conflate the terms “homicide,” “murder,” and “manslaughter,” and it is vital to understand the differences in what these terms define. The term “homicide” is a broad legal term that applies to any killing of another person, and “murder” and “manslaughter” refer to different…
The Life of a Defense Lawyer – Reflecting on 2018
The Personal Side of Defense Law Defense law is a very personal situation that pairs a client and lawyer in a passionate fight for justice. Read the musings of a seasoned criminal defense lawyer for a year in his life helping everyday people. Introduction What…
Contempt! How Not to Get Thrown in Jail
This article explains the court’s contempt authority, outlines the important areas in the law of contempt (specifically, criminal contempt) and offers strategies for a lawyer defending against a criminal contempt citation. BY LAWRENCE J. ZIMMERMAN “Contempt! How Not to Get Thrown in Jail” was first…
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