Cobb County Government, Judge Allison B. Salter

trellis. Judge Allison B. Salter: Professional Background and Legal Expertise

Was an attorney and managing partner at her father's law firm, the Barnes Law Group for 13 years.

Experienced as an assistant solicitor general, and a law clerk.

Has a law degree from the University of Georgia.

- State court judge since 2016.
- Was an attorney and managing partner at her father's law firm, the Barnes Law Group for 13 years.
- Experienced as an assistant solicitor general, and a law clerk.
- Has a law degree from the University of Georgia.

Legal Experience

Her father is former Georgia Governor Roy Barnes.

- Her father is former Georgia Governor Roy Barnes.

Ethics & Conduct

As of April 23, 2024, Allison Barnes Salter did not have a website or any information online.

Judicial Philosophy

Judicial Administration

Community Involvement

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Allison Barnes Salter

- Despite their name, State Courts in Georgia have limited jurisdiction within their county. State Court Judges also have limited jurisdiction over the types of cases they hear, as opposed to Superior Court. 
- State Court Judges hear misdemeanors, like traffic tickets. They also issue arrest and search warrants and hold preliminary hearings in some criminal cases. 
- State Court Judges hear most civil matters that aren't related to land titles, divorce, or cases involving non-monetary damages (those matters are handled by the Superior Court).
- State Court Judges are elected in non-partisan county wide elections and serve four year terms. The Governor can appoint State Court Judges when vacancies arise. 
