A significant shift is occurring in how murder appeals are processed. The majority of these cases will be handled by the Georgia Court of Appeals, rather than the State Supreme Court. Certain exceptions apply, including death penalty appeals and constitutional questions.

The change is set to take effect in July 2027 and will impact a substantial number of cases. The Georgia Court of Appeals is expected to take on a considerable additional workload.

Further details on this development are available from the source, including concerns expressed by the Chief Judge of the Georgia Court of Appeals regarding the potential impact on his staff.