Juvenile Judge Substitution Rules

Summary

A Juvenile Court judge in Georgia typically cannot oversee a Superior Court case, such as an adult murder trial, due to jurisdictional limits. However, exceptions exist, such as emergencies, conflicts of interest, or the absence of Superior Court judges. The case of Kazeem v. State ruled that a Juvenile Court judge could preside over a Superior Court matter under exceptional circumstances. Always consult a local attorney for detailed information.

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In georgia What exceptional circumstances permits juvenile judges to substitute for superior judges in an adult murder trial
In Georgia:
- An exception can occur if a superior court judge designates a juvenile court judge to act as a superior court judge temporarily.
- This may be due to emergency, conflict of interest, or absence of superior court judges.
Please consult with a local attorney for detailed information.
Georgia case Kazeem v state
In the case of Kazeem v. State, the Supreme Court of Georgia ruled that a Juvenile Court judge could preside over a Superior Court matter given exceptional circumstances. The ruling was specific to this case and may not apply in all situations. Consult a local attorney for details.