Bibb County Juvenile Court, located in Macon, GA, is a judicial institution that exercises jurisdiction over all juveniles within the county who are alleged to be delinquent, unruly, traffic offenders, or deprived children. With a mission to always seek the best interests of the child, the court handles cases related to delinquency, unruliness, deprivation, traffic offenses, custody, and guardianship. Serving Bibb County as part of the Macon Judicial Circuit, the court is led by two full-time judges, including Chief Judge Thomas J. Matthews.
Operating under the authority of Chapter 11 and Title 15 of the Official Code of Georgia, Bibb County Juvenile Court's jurisdiction extends until the age of 17, except for deprivation and unruliness cases. Custody matters fall under the jurisdiction of the Superior Court, which handles all custody matters in this circuit. Alongside Crawford and Peach counties, Bibb County Juvenile Court plays a vital role in ensuring the well-being and proper legal proceedings for the county's youth.
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