THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE DA

While police officers are the first line of defense in keeping Georgians safe in our homes, roads, and schools, District Attorneys (DA) are tasked with prosecuting the people accused of violating the criminal laws of this state. The DA and the criminal defense...

Mental Health Courts Rising

In prior columns, I have praised Governor Nathan Deal for his bold and courageous efforts in advocating for the need of mental health courts across our state. Despite him having to leave office because of term limits, leaders in the General Assembly have taken up his...

GA’s Youthful Offender Act

John was 17 years old in 1969.  He was somewhat rebellious, reckless, and always got caught.  One Friday afternoon in the late, hot afternoon in August of 1969, he was arrested for possessing marijuana.  At 17 years of age, John went to prison.  Instead of being...

The Former Dentist from Georgia

Most people have either seen the movie, Tombstone, read a book about the O.K. Corral, or have some knowledge of the main character in the story; Dr. John Henry “Doc” Holliday who was a gambler, gunfighter, former dentist, and close friend and associate of...