Georgia's Judicial Branch

What is the primary role of the Judicial Branch in Georgia?

• To create laws

• To interpret and apply the law

• To enforce laws

• To provide legal advice

Which court is the most common in Georgia?

• Juvenile Court

• State Court

• Superior Court

• Probate Court

What type of cases does the Superior Court have exclusive jurisdiction over?

• Misdemeanors

• Civil disputes

• Felonies

• Traffic offenses

What is the maximum amount for civil claims reviewed in Magistrate Courts?

• $1,000

• $15,000

• $50,000

• $100,000

Which type of court hears cases involving youths under 17 years of age?

• Superior Court

• Juvenile Court

• State Court

• Probate Court

How many justices serve on the Supreme Court of Georgia?

• Five

• Seven

• Nine

• Twelve

What happens in an appellate court?

• New trials are conducted

• Appeals from lower courts are reviewed

• Cases are decided by a jury

Which court in Georgia handles wills and estates?

• Probate Court

• Juvenile Court

• State Court

• Superior Court

What is the term length for a judge in the Georgia Supreme Court?

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 8 years

• 10 years

Which court would handle a traffic violation in Georgia?

• Superior Court

• State Court

• Juvenile Court

• Magistrate Court