Question

Choose the CORRECT statements regarding courts in Georgia. Municipal Courts are found in cities and towns. The jurisdiction of Superior Courts may cover multiple counties. Probate Courts may issue marriage and firearm licenses. Magistrate Courts hear cases involving felonies and violent crimes. State courts exercise limited jurisdiction within one county. Juvenile Courts hear cases involving minors. Justices on the Supreme Court of Georgia are appointed by the Governor for life. Probate Courts may hear cases involving wills and estates. The Supreme Court of Georgia is an appeals court.

Answer 1

All are correct EXCEPT these two statements:

Magistrate Courts hear cases involving felonies and violent crimes. This statement is not included because Magistrate courts hear cases involving minor criminal offenses and civil claims with amounts $15,000 or less.

Justices on the Supreme Court of Georgia are appointed by the Governor for life. This is not included because the 9 justices of the Supreme Court are the ones who elect (among themselves) who will be the Chief Justice and not the Governor.