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HB 960

Gwinnett Judicial Circuit; superior courts; provide twelfth judge

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Segun Adeyina and 5 co-sponsors

Georgia bill authorizes addition of twelfth superior court judge in Gwinnett Judicial Circuit to address growing caseloads and reduce court delays.

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Bill Summary · HB 960

Legislative bill overview

HB 960 authorizes the creation of a twelfth superior court judge position in the Gwinnett Judicial Circuit. This bill adds one additional judicial officer to handle the caseload in Georgia's Gwinnett County, which is one of the state's most populous counties. The legislation appears straightforward in its intent to expand judicial capacity in the circuit.

Why is this important

Gwinnett County is Georgia's second-most populous county with significant and growing caseloads in civil, criminal, and family law matters. Adding judicial capacity directly affects case processing times, trial scheduling, and access to justice for residents and businesses in the county. Court delays can have cascading effects on criminal defendants' rights, civil litigants' ability to resolve disputes, and the overall efficiency of the local justice system.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact: The bill requires funding for salary, staff, chambers, and operational costs for the new judgeship position, which may face budget constraints or competing priorities
  • Judicial selection method: Questions about whether the judge will be appointed or elected, and by whom, as this affects local political dynamics
  • Adequacy of solution: Critics may argue one additional judge is insufficient for Gwinnett's population growth, or alternatively, that resources should address underlying case management issues first

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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