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1. Can you provide legal advice?

No. Please retain an attorney to address your legal matter. The Public Defender's Office also provides legal representation for those who are qualified. Please contact the Public Defender's Office at 706-369-6440 for more information.

2. Can I speak directly with the judge if I have a case before them?

No. The judge must remain completely impartial in every case and can only hear legal matters in open court when all parties are present.

3. When is my court date?

The clerk of superior court or your attorney will have the most accurate information for your court date. Contact the clerk of superior court at 706-613-3190.

4. Who should I contact if I have a question about my case?

Please contact your attorney of record or the clerk of superior court at 706-613-3190 to find information about your legal case or next court date.

5. I need legal advice.

Neither Judge Haggard nor his office staff can provide you legal advice.

6. When is my court date?

Please contact your attorney of record or the Clerk of Superior Court to find information about your legal case or next court date.

7. Do I qualify for a public defender?

Please contact the Public Defender’s Office to schedule an appointment and determine if you qualify for legal representation. The Public Defender’s Office is located at:
160 E. Washington St.
Athens, GA 30601

You may reach the office by telephone at 706-369-6440.

8. Can I talk to the judge about my case?

The judge cannot have separate communication about cases outside of the courtroom without all parties represented in the case present. Please contact your attorney of record to discuss your legal case.

9. How can I find out my probation requirements?

Please contact your probation office. The State Probation Office (felony probation) is located at:
171 Old Epps Bridge Rd.
Athens, GA 30606

You may also contact them by telephone at 706-369-6000. The County Probation Office (misdemeanor probation) is located at 1720 Lexington Road. You can also contact them at 706-613-3911.

10. How can I get a new or different court date?

Please contact your attorney of record to discuss the need to change your court date.

11. Has the judge made a decision in my civil case?

An order will be sent (by mail) your attorney of record when the judge has issued their decision.