In today's episode, we welcome City of Perry Chief Municipal Court Judge, James Freeman. We discuss the Court's efforts to recognize the interest of the citizens of Perry, GA in the enforcement of local laws while also recognizing the interest of defendants in receiving fair treatment and due process of law.
In this episode, you will learn...
(1:18) Get to Know Judge James Freeman
(1:44) What Kinds of Cases Does Municipal Court Handle?
(2:09) Misdemeanors vs. Felonies
(3:02) What is an Arraignment?
(4:37) What Can I Expect on my Court Date?
(5:39) Will I Go To Jail If I Can't Pay My Fines?
(6:14) What Happens If I Miss My Court Date?
(6:38) Not Guilty Plea vs. Guilty Plea vs. Nolo Plea
(7:52) Do I Have to Appear in Court to Pay My Citation?
(8:18) Hiring an Attorney for Your Case
(8:53) A Privilege Not to Be in Jail
(9:28) Yes, the Judge DOES Get Calls in the Middle of the Night
Learn more about Perry's Municipal Court by visiting our website.
If you like Inside Perry - subscribe and share the podcast with friends and family. The podcast is available on all major podcast platforms.
Visit us at perry-ga.gov.
We hope to see you around in our amazing community...Where Georgia Comes Together.
In today's episode, we welcome City of Perry Chief Municipal Court Judge, James Freeman. We discuss the Court's efforts to recognize the interest of the citizens of Perry, GA in the enforcement of local laws while also recognizing the interest of defendants in receiving fair treatment and due process of law.
In this episode, you will learn...
(1:18) Get to Know Judge James Freeman
(1:44) What Kinds of Cases Does Municipal Court Handle?
(2:09) Misdemeanors vs. Felonies
(3:02) What is an Arraignment?
(4:37) What Can I Expect on my Court Date?
(5:39) Will I Go To Jail If I Can't Pay My Fines?
(6:14) What Happens If I Miss My Court Date?
(6:38) Not Guilty Plea vs. Guilty Plea vs. Nolo Plea
(7:52) Do I Have to Appear in Court to Pay My Citation?
(8:18) Hiring an Attorney for Your Case
(8:53) A Privilege Not to Be in Jail
(9:28) Yes, the Judge DOES Get Calls in the Middle of the Night
Learn more about Perry's Municipal Court by visiting our website.
If you like Inside Perry - subscribe and share the podcast with friends and family. The podcast is available on all major podcast platforms.
Visit us at perry-ga.gov.
We hope to see you around in our amazing community...Where Georgia Comes Together.