Georgia Supreme Court chief pitches need for better tech, safety across state’s judicial system

Georgia Supreme Court Chief Justice Michael P. Boggs speaks in front of lawmakers.
Georgia Supreme Court Chief Justice Michael P. Boggs described in his 2025 State of the Judiciary address on Jan. 28 the rising threats facing judges and other court personnel. (Ross Williams/Georgia Recorder)

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Georgia Supreme Court Chief Justice Michael P. Boggs called on state officials Tuesday to support plans to improve safety and technology throughout the state’s judicial system.

During Tuesday’s annual State of the Judiciary address, Boggs discussed key legislative proposals and other plans for supporting a statewide court system with 1,600 judges and thousands of court support staffers.

A post-pandemic judicial system dominated by state courts, where 95% of cases are heard, requires continued progress on issues like compensation and keeping staff safe from rising threats, Boggs said.