What is a felony?
In Georgia, there are two types of criminal charge categories as it relates to severity and sentencing: misdemeanors and felonies.
Misdemeanors are the less serious crimes of the two categories and, in general, can only be punished by 12 months in jail and/or $1000 fine. There is a subcategory in misdemeanors that is called high and aggravated that can carry a longer jail term and fine. Read more about misdemeanors.
Felonies consist of the most severe offenses and are sentenced with a minimum of 1 year in prison. A felony sentence can have a maximum depending on the offense. Being convicted of a felony also has more consequences and you can lose more than a misdemeanor - the right to carry a firearm, vote, and run for office, job opportunities, school opportunities, and more.
What kind of charges are felonies in Georgia?
See charge of felonies and misdemeanors in Georgia
Should I hire an attorney if I'm charged with a felony? Why Bray Law?
You should hire an attorney if you are charged with a felony. You can be sentenced to years in the state prison sentence, fined thousands of dollars, and sentenced to years of probation after your prison term. This could cost you not only your rights and make you a convicted felony, but could cost you thousands of dollars. Just the cost of probation is a lot of money. On top of everything, employers, lenders, and schools can learn you are a convicted felony. And if it's a sex crime, you would be put on the sex offender registry for the rest of your life.
Bray Law is the right attorney for your felony charge. At Bray Law, we represent clients with all types of criminal charges, including felonies. Bridgett Bray has the experience you need to fight your felony charge and prevent you from years of prison and probation. Don't settle for a public defender or an attorney that is not as experienced as Bridgett Bray. She is a former prosecutor that used to try felony cases and will use that experience to defend you. Contact Bray Law today for your Free Consultation.