Dougherty County Criminal Lawyer

Have you Been Charged with a Criminal Offense in Dougherty County, Georgia?

Lawson and Berry is a law firm dedicated to Georgia Criminal Defense. We have over 50 combined years of criminal experience and know how to use this knowledge and skill to get you the best outcome possible for your case. If you have been charged with a crime in Dougherty County, contact our Dougherty County Criminal Defense Attorneys today. Our firm has experience defending clients facing all manner of criminal charges. We are well versed in criminal law and have successfully represented clients through cases involving burglary, assault, battery, DUI, and murder. We will work tirelessly to develop a hard-hitting defense for your Dougherty County Criminal case. Please check out our reviews and contact our office for a free, no obligation consultation and case evaluation.

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Dougherty County, Georgia Court Information

Dougherty County Superior Court

The Superior Court is Georgia's general jurisdiction trial court. It has jurisdiction over both criminal cases such as felony cases, divorce cases, equity cases and cases that involve a jury. For example, if you are charged with a misdemeanor or traffic violation but request a jury trial, you will be transferred to Dougherty County Superior Court.

Dougherty County belongs to the Dougherty Judicial Circuit, which consists of three judges. The Chief Judge is the Honorable Willie E. Lockette and his office can be reached at 229-431-2186. Judge Stephen S. Goss and Judge Denise Marshall are the other two judges of the Dougherty Judicial Circuit. Gregory Edwards is the District Attorney and his office can be reached at 229-431-3233. To find out which judge you have been assigned to or for other superior court information, contact the Clerk of Superior Court, Evonne Mull, at 229-431-2198. Superior Court is located at 225 Pine Avenue, Albany, Georgia 31701.

Dougherty County State Court

Dougherty County State Court prosecutes misdemeanors and traffic violations that occur in Dougherty County but outside of the City Limits of Albany. Judge Victoria S. Darrisaw presides over Dougherty County State Court. State Court is held at 225 Pine Avenue, Albany, Georgia 31701. For information about your ticket or other court information call 229-431-2152.

Albany Municipal Court  

Traffic violation tickets that occur in Albany will go before Albany Municipal Court. The Chief Judge for Albany Municipal Court is the Honorable Willie Weaver and the Associate Judge is Ralph Scoccimaro. Court is held at 225 Pine Avenue, Albany, Georgia 31701. For any questions about your ticket or other court information, call the Court at 229-431-2865.

Dougherty County, Georgia Superior Court

Dougherty County, Georgia State Court

Albany Municipal Court

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