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GA SB105

Bill

Status

Passed

5/3/2016

Primary Sponsor

Lester Jackson

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Origin

Senate

2015-2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Chatham County shall have two full-time magistrates, with the Board of Commissioners authorized to appoint a third full-time magistrate
  • Successor full-time magistrates shall be elected at the same time, in the same manner, and for the same term as the Chief Magistrate and must meet qualifications under both general and local law
  • Full-time magistrates serving prior to the effective date shall continue serving the remainder of their terms until successors are qualified and elected
  • The Chief Magistrate shall nominate all part-time and pro tempore magistrates, subject to approval by majority vote of the Board of Commissioners
  • Existing part-time or pro tempore magistrates may only be reappointed through nomination by the Chief Magistrate and majority approval of the Board of Commissioners

Legislative Description

Chatham County Magistrate Court; provide for two full-time magistrates for Chatham County

Last Action

Effective Date

5/3/2016

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