Judge John A. Dana - Professional Background and Legal Experience

John A Dana received a bachelor's degree from the University of Georgia in 1971. John then completed a J.D at Samford University, Cumberland School of Law in 1975. He attended Hawkinsville High School. 

John A Dana has worked as a sole practitioner in his own private practice since 1977.

John A Dana is a State Court Judge in Washington County. John was first elected to the bench in 2012, and he has served 3 terms in this position. 

As of March 19, 2024, John A Dana did not have a website.

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- 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. 
