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GA SB356
Bill
Status
Passed
4/16/2012
Primary Sponsor
Bill Cowsert
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AI Summary
- Adds one additional superior court judge to both the Bell-Forsyth Judicial Circuit and the Middle Judicial Circuit, increasing each from 2 judges to 3
- The Governor shall initially appoint both new judges for terms beginning January 1, 2013, and expiring December 31, 2014, with successors elected at the 2014 nonpartisan judicial election for four-year terms
- Compensation, salary, and expense allowances for the new judges shall match those of existing superior court judges, paid by the State of Georgia and the respective counties comprising each circuit
- Each circuit's judges are authorized to equally share, divide, and allocate work and duties, with the chief judge (determined by seniority of service) having final authority in the event of disagreements
- The new judges are authorized to employ additional court reporters and personnel, and county governing authorities are directed to provide suitable courtrooms, facilities, and office space
Legislative Description
Superior Courts; provide additional judge of the Bell-Forsyth Judicial Circuit; initial appointment; election and term of office
Last Action
Effective Date
4/16/2012
Committee Referrals
Judiciary3/12/2012
Judiciary1/31/2012
Full Bill Text
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