The Newton County Courthouse in Covington, GA is home to various courts including the Newton County Superior Court, Magistrate Court, Probate Court, and Juvenile Court. The courthouse also houses the offices of the District Attorney and the Clerk of Courts. With its broad civil and criminal jurisdiction, the superior court handles felony trials, divorces, and correction of errors made by limited jurisdiction courts. Serving Newton and Walton Counties, the Alcovy Judicial Circuit is part of the Tenth Judicial District.
The Newton County Judicial Center, located at 1132 Usher Street, is where the courtrooms and offices are situated. The center also features a law library and serves as the hub for legal proceedings in the county. With a focus on maintaining proper courtroom conduct, the courthouse enforces rules such as dress code requirements, no use of cellular phones or pagers, and no weapons allowed on the premises. The courthouse operates during regular business hours from Monday to Friday.
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