How to File An Appeal:

How do I appeal a magistrate court decision in Georgia?

How to File An Appeal:

  1. Get copy of the court’s judgment from the magistrate court clerk.
  2. Calculate the seventh (7) day from the date of the judgment.
  3. Decide if you want to appeal.
  4. File your appeal with the magistrate court within seven days.

What judicial circuit is Upson County GA?

Griffin Judicial Circuit
Upson County is located within the Griffin Judicial Circuit of the Superior Court Sixth District. In addition to the Superior Court the people of Upson County are served by a Probate Court, a Juvenile Court, a Magistrate Court and a Municipal Court.

How do I look up a civil court case in Georgia?

Yes, individuals can look up court cases available to the public in Georgia, although certain cases with confidential information are sealed from public view. Individuals can access court cases via the online search tool on the courthouse’s website of the court where the case was filed.

How long do I have to appeal a Magistrates Court decision?

If you feel you have been wrongly found guilty in the Magistrates’ Court you can appeal against your conviction to the Crown Court within 21 days of your sentence.

What happens if you miss magistrates court?

An individual would have to attend the Magistrates Court if they are charged by the police, or if they receive a summons telling them to attend court. A failure to attend court when summoned may constitute to a criminal offence, and could lead to you being arrested and kept in police custody.

Who are the current judges for Upson County Superior Court?

Superior Court

  • Honorable W. Fletcher Sams – Chief Judge. Fayette County Justice Center.
  • Honorable Scott Ballard. Fayette County Justice Center. 1 Center Drive.
  • Honorable Benjamin Coker. Upson County Courthouse. 1 Courthouse Square.
  • Honorable Benjamin Miller, Jr. Spalding County Courthouse. 132 East Solomon St, Third Floor.

What counties are in Griffin Judicial Circuit?

The Griffin Circuit consists of Fayette, Pike, Spalding and Upson Counties.

What is Magistrates court Georgia?

The Magistrate Courts of Georgia are courts that have limited jurisdiction and do not hold jury trials. The Magistrate Courts have jurisdiction over the following: claims of no more than $15,000. minor criminal offenses. distress warrants.

What cases are tried in magistrate court?

Magistrates deal with three kinds of cases:

  • Summary offences. These are less serious cases, such as motoring offences and minor assaults, where the defendant is not usually entitled to trial by jury.
  • Either-way offences.
  • Indictable-only offences, such as murder, manslaughter, rape and robbery.

How do I find court records in Georgia?

If you are interested in obtaining court records, you should go to the courthouse where the case is taking place and request the records in writing from the clerk of the court (there will usually be a request form).