Legal Question in Criminal Law in Georgia

I was just given a ticket for having sex in my car in a public park. The officer told me & the guy he would ticket us under disorderly conduct for the city in Georgia. This is a first time offense for both of us & we thought they would just tell us to move along but they gave us the ticket. The law says up to $1000 fine & a year in jail. But if I opt for the fine, how much will I most likely have to pay? I'm in college & don't have a job so I definitely do not have the money to pay for this ticket.


Asked on 7/14/12, 11:37 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Glen Ashman Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney

Get a lawyer and yes that will be expensive. Yoiu have no choice. If you can't afford counsel you can seek appointed counsel.

You don't get to "opt for a fine." You can get a year in jail and the $1000 fine. Worse, you will carry a criminal conviction for life and that will impair future employment. Yes, you may come out far better, but that likely depends on how your case is presented.

With a first offense and such a crime, a good lawyer may be able to negotiate dispositions that could keep a criminal offense off your record, might prevent jail and may minimize fines. Don't be foolish here - treat this as a serious emergency and get counsel.

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Answered on 7/15/12, 6:34 am
Lawrence Lewis Lawrence Lewis, P.C.

Dont' do the crime IF you cannot pay the fine. You need to appear in court, and beg the judge to give you a low fine. You should recognize that after the judge gives you a low fine, the offense will appear on your criminal history as a guilty plea. So, you wil be explaining it potential employers for the rest of your wife - how you could not spring for a hotel room. See website for info on how to retain the best attorney: www.lawrencelewispc.com

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Answered on 7/15/12, 4:10 pm


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