A misdemeanor is a crime that is punishable by a period of up to one year. A felony is a more serious crime that is punishable by a period of imprisonment longer than a year.
A subpoena is an order directing you to “lay all other business aside” and be present at the time and place stated. You may receive your subpoena by mail or in person. Your presence may not be required. Call the District Attorney's Office at the number listed on the bottom of the subpoena to be placed "on call." You must leave both a day and nighttime phone numbers where you can be reached during trial week. If you are placed "on call", do not come to the courthouse unless someone from the D.A.'s office or a law enforcement agency calls you. If you have a scheduling conflict for your subpoena date contact the A.D.A. assigned to the case as soon as possible.
Parking is provided in the Law Enforcement Center Parking Garage directly across the street from the Courthouse. See Map.
The Rome Circuit Public Defender Office is located in the Floyd County Administration Building, 12 East 4th Avenue, Suite 10, Rome, Georgia. They can be reached at 706-234-0975.
Yes, but you will need to contact the office to schedule an appointment. If you are a defendant and are represented by an attorney the District Attorney’s Office cannot communicate with you directly outside the presence of your attorney.
No. If you are a defendant and are represented by an attorney the District Attorney’s Office cannot communicate with you directly outside the presence of your attorney. Please make arrangements with your attorney to speak with the District Attorney's Office.
You will need to fill out a Change of Address form from the DA's office. You must do this in person and bring a picture ID.
Contact the Department of Driver Services at 1(866) 754-3687. They will advise you on the steps necessary to regain your license. The District Attorney’s office has no control over license suspensions or reinstatements.
The Floyd County Clerk of Superior Court can provide certified copies of court documents. They are located at the Floyd County Judicial Building, 3 Government Plaza, Rome, Georgia. They can be reached at 706-291-5190.
You must first contact a law enforcement agency such as your local police department or sheriff's office to report the crime. An investigator should be able to direct you on how to proceed.
You may contact the Assistant District Attorney handling your case to discuss your concerns. While your feelings will be considered, the District Attorney's Office may decide to prosecute any case in the best interest of the State of Georgia.