Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1255: Criminal procedure; motions and discovery; modify provisions
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 1255 is a bill introduced in the Georgia House on February 9, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Criminal procedure; motions and discovery; modify provisions. Primary sponsor: Tyler Smith (Republican), Soo Hong (Republican), Rob Leverett (Republican), Esther Panitch (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 6, 2026): House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 17 and Article 2 of Chapter 13 of Title 24 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to criminal procedure and subpoenas and notice to produce, respectively, so as to modify provisions relating to motions and discovery in criminal cases; to modernize discovery processes; to revise provisions relating to service of subpoenas; to amend Code Section 35-3-151 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to responsibilities of the Division of Forensic Sciences, so to correct a cross-reference; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Smith | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 18 |
| Soo Hong | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 103 |
| Rob Leverett | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 123 |
| Esther Panitch | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 51 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute
- House Second Readers
- House First Readers
- House Hopper