Judicial Branch

What is the primary role of the Judicial Branch?

• To elect government officials

• To create new laws

• To interpret and apply laws

• To enforce laws

Which court is known for handling most criminal and civil cases in Georgia?

• Juvenile Court

• Magistrate Court

• Superior Court

• Court of Appeals

What type of cases do State Courts in Georgia primarily handle?

• Capital felonies

• Divorces

• Misdemeanors

• Felonies

What is the role of Probate Courts in Georgia?

• Overseeing election processes and administering wills

• Handling traffic offenses

• Reviewing civil claims of $15,000 or less

• Hearing appeals from trial courts

Which court is the highest in Georgia and reviews the constitutionality of laws?

• Superior Court

• State Court

• Supreme Court

• Court of Appeals