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GA HB35
Courts; private attorney appointed to act as district attorney pro tempore; revise compensation
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Introduced
01/14/2025
01/14/2025
In Committee
03/06/2025
03/06/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Code Section 15-18-5 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to appointment of substitute for absent or disqualified district attorney, so as to revise the compensation of private attorneys appointed to act as district attorney pro tempore; to provide for such attorneys to be compensated $250.00 per hour for each certified hour worked, subject to a cap; to provide for such cap; to provide for certification by the Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of the State of Georgia of such hours worked by such attorneys; to provide for such attorneys to engage the services of private counsel, paralegals, and legal interns and to provide for their compensation; to provide for funding of such compensation; to provide for reimbursement of actual expenses incurred; to provide for inflation adjustments; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends Georgia's laws regarding compensation for private attorneys who are appointed to temporarily serve as district attorneys when the regular district attorney is absent or disqualified. Under the new provisions, such private attorneys will now receive compensation of $250 per hour for certified hours worked, up to a maximum of 90% of the monthly salary of the district attorney they are replacing (excluding any supplemental pay). These attorneys can also hire additional staff like private counsel, paralegals, and legal clerks, who can be paid up to $110 per hour. The compensation will be paid from state funds appropriated for the district attorney's office, and actual expenses will be reimbursed by the county at the same rate as regular district attorneys. The hourly rates will be automatically adjusted annually based on the Consumer Price Index to account for inflation. The bill aims to provide a more standardized and transparent compensation system for temporary district attorneys, ensuring they are fairly compensated for their work while maintaining financial accountability. The changes will go into effect on July 1, 2025.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (6)
Mitchell Horner (R)*,
Alan Powell (R)*,
Jason Ridley (R)*,
Jordan Ridley (R)*,
Steve Tarvin (R)*,
Brad Thomas (R)*,
Last Action
House Withdrawn, Recommitted (on 04/04/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/69331 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/229891 |
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