Juvenile Court

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Judge Joseph Wyant

78 Greenville Street
Newnan, GA 30263

Phone: (770) 254-3730
Fax: (770) 252-6413
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Mailing Address:
Post Office Box 976
Newnan, Georgia 30264

The Coweta County Juvenile Courthouse is located at the rear of the Coweta County Justice Center in the City of Newnan. Juvenile court is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Juvenile Court is closed on the weekends and during court holidays.

The Coweta County Juvenile Court is a full security facility. All persons entering the building will be required to pass through a weapons screening device and have all hand-carried objects scanned.

Weapons of any type will not be permitted into the Justice Center. Items such as:

Knives (including pocket knives)
Scissors
Corkscrews
Mace
Pepper spray
Knitting needles, etc.

These items may be deemed potentially offensive and dangerous by the Coweta County Sheriff's Office and will not be allowed in the building.

Juvenile Court at a Glance

Juvenile Court handles cases in which a minor is:

Cited or arrested by a law enforcement agency for allegedly violating the law. Additionally, school officials and private citizens who have knowledge of the facts of the reported allegations of any criminal act may file a Complaint. These cases are referred to as "delinquency" cases and involve minors under the age of 17.
Habitually absent or truant from school without a legal excuse. The Court also hears “unruly” cases, in which a minor either leaves their home without parental consent, or is habitually disobedient of the reasonable and lawful commands of his or her parents, legal custodian or guardian.
Removed from the custody of their parent or legal guardian because of allegations of abuse or neglect. These cases are referred to as "dependency" cases and involve minors under the age of 18.

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Basic Rules of Court

The courtroom is a place of order and structure. You should at all times act in a respectful manner when in the presence of the judge, court staff, attorneys, court officers and other persons attending court. Once the court has made a ruling in your case, continue to be respectful as you exit the courtroom. Attempts to disrupt the court once the judge has made a ruling may result in jail time.

What time is my hearing?

What if I need special assistance?

What should I do if I cannot appear at my hearing?

What should I do when I appear in court?

Be on time
Throw away gum, food, and drinks before entering the courtroom
Stand when the judge enters and leaves the courtroom
Stand when you are speaking to the judge
Speak clearly when you respond to the judge’s questions
Always address the judge as “Your Honor”
Never interrupt the judge. If you are unsure of what you heard, wait until the judge or other person speaking at your hearing has finished talking before asking a question
Enter and leave the courtroom quietly, so you do not disturb others
Only approach the bench when instructed to do so

What should I wear?

If you are appearing in court you should dress nicely and in a manner that shows respect for the court.

Here are some things you should NOT wear:

Hats inside the courtroom (except those worn for religious purposes)
Sunglasses
T-shirts depicting violence, sexual acts, profanity, or illegal drugs
Tube or halter tops/ plunging necklines/midriffs
Ripped or torn jeans
Mini skirts or shorts
Baggy pants that fall below the waist
Muscle shirts (usually worn as undergarments)

If you are not dressed properly, you will be asked to leave the court and return at a later date. This will delay your hearing and require you to appear in court more than once.

What am I prohibited from bringing to the courthouse?

Can I use my cellphone inside the courtroom?

Do I have to go through security?