GA SB202

Allows defendants in misdemeanor cases to opt into reciprocal discovery procedures similar to felony cases by providing written notice to the prosecuting attorney at or prior to arraignment

Requires the prosecuting attorney, when a defendant opts in, to provide witness lists with names, addresses, dates of birth, and phone numbers at least 10 days before trial, along with defendant statements, police reports, scientific reports, and other evidence

Requires the defendant, within 10 days of receiving the state's witness list (but no later than 5 days before trial), to provide the prosecuting attorney with their own witness list including contact information

Mandates defendants intending to use an alibi defense to provide written notice specifying the claimed location and alibi witness information within 10 days of receiving discovery or 10 days before trial

Establishes sanctions for non-compliance by either party, including court-ordered discovery, continuances, or exclusion of undisclosed evidence or witnesses upon showing of prejudice and bad faith