Traffic

Traffic Citations

Arraignment and trials are held once a month for traffic offenses falling under the jurisdiction of the Probate Court of Butts County, Georgia.

Some citations require that the offender must appear in court and are not payable until the day of arraignment or trial of the defendant.

Please see frequently asked questions below for more information.

Paying For Citations

Payments made in person must be made in full by cash, card, or money order. We do not accept personal checks.

To mail a payment, please include your name, citation number, and correct address on a money order or cashiers check. We do not accept personal checks. Payments should be made payable to Butts County Probate Court and addressed to the address below:

Butts County Probate Court

PO BOX 1940

Jackson, GA 30233

Payments made with a debit or credit card using the link above will be charged a convenience fee of 4.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at buttscountyprobatecourt@gmail.com or call the office 770-775-8204 if you cannot find an answer to your question.

How can I pay?

Many tickets can be paid without making a court appearance. To see if your case is eligible to pay online click here. If your ticket is not available to pay online, please contact the office.

Partial Payments

Partial payments are not accepted and payments plans are provided if you are placed on probation.

When is my court date?

Your court date is written on your ticket. You can also look up your citation to confirm your court date.

Georgia Super Speeder

Under the provisions of the ‘Super Speeder Law,’ the Department of Driver Services (DDS) is responsible for the administration and collection of the $200 Super Speeder fee, not the traffic court. Payment of the Super Speeder fee can be made at the DDS website, by mail, or in person at a DDS Customer Service Center.

Click here to learn more about Georgia’s Super Speeder law.

What should I do if I miss my court date?

Missing your court date is a serious offense and you should contact the court immediately if realize you have missed your court date. If you miss your court date for either a criminal or traffic citation, you are in failure to appear (FTA) status and a bench warrant may be issued for your arrest. In addition, your driver’s license could be suspended.

What are the possible outcomes of my case?

If you enter a guilty plea or a nolo contendere plea you will be required to satisfy the sentence of the court. This may include paying a fine, payable by cash, debit, or credit card. Some offenses can also result in jail time, including mandatory jail time under certain circumstances. You can also be ordered to complete community service or educational programs at the discretion of the judge.

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