Rule 30.2 – Call for arraignment

Before arraignment the court shall inquire whether the accused is represented by counsel and, if not, inquire into the defendants desires and financial circumstances. If the defendant desires an attorney and is indigent, the court shall authorize the immediate...

Rule 30.1 – Calendar

The judge, or the judges designee, shall set the time of arraignment unless arraignment is waived either by the defendant or by operation of law. Notice of the date, time, and place of arraignment shall be delivered to the clerk of the court and sent to attorneys of...

Rule 29.11 – Independence of counsel

Any indigent defense program shall operate independently and be structured to preserve independence. Independent counsel shall be politically autonomous and free from influence, guidance or control from any other authority in the discharge of professional duties,...

Rule 29.10 – Fee disputes

All fee vouchers or requests from panel attorneys shall be submitted to the judge assigned the case or a person or committee designated to review fee requests prior to their submission to the county for payment. Ga. R. Sup. Ct. 29.10