What to Expect at a Preliminary Hearing in Georgia
A preliminary hearing is one of the first steps in Georgia’s criminal justice process. Its purpose is to determine if there is probable cause to move your case forward—not to decide guilt or innocence. The prosecution presents evidence, and your lawyer can challenge it through cross-examination. You are not required to testify.
The outcome? If the judge finds probable cause, the case continues to the Superior Court. If not, charges may be dropped. Legal representation during this hearing is critical. At Darden & Musson Law, we help clients in Savannah protect their rights from the very beginning.
