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New Law Helps People Get Off Probation Early in Georgia

June 11, 2021

On May 3, 2021, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed probation reform bill, SB 105, into law. The new law helps provide relief to people who are serving long sentences on felony probation if they meet certain criteria. This law is the latest in a line of legislation aimed at reducing the state’s overgrown population of […]

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Are Delta-8 Products Illegal? In Some States, Yes.

June 8, 2021

In many states, Delta-8 products have been banned despite the popular opinion that these products are not “controlled substances” under federal law. In our blog post from March, we explained how Delta-8 is a hemp-derived cannabis product that has become extremely popular across America, even as law enforcement and distributors disagree on its legality. In […]

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Analysis of the Derek Chauvin Verdict in the George Floyd Case

May 24, 2021

With over 25 years of experience in representing clients in serious cases involving criminal defense and constitutional rights, Page Pate is often contacted by the media to discuss important legal cases appearing in the news. In this case, Page was contacted by 11 Alive News to discuss the verdict in the case against Derek Chauvin, […]

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Our Firm Files Civil Rights Lawsuit for Police Excessive Force

May 24, 2021

Pate, Johnson and Church represents the family of Fernando Octavio Rodriguez, a twenty-four year old young man who died after being tazed by police officers numerous times while laying on the ground, unarmed, naked, and in need of medical attention. Our firm filed a Section 1983 lawsuit in the Northern District of Georgia on behalf […]

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Our Firm Files Civil Rights Lawsuit for Police Misconduct

May 24, 2021

Our firm has been helping clients and their families pursue cases against police departments and police officers in civil rights cases involving police brutality or excessive force for over 25 years. At times, the media will contact us for comments about our clients’ involvement or to gain a better understanding of the case. When it […]

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