Mark Pettitt, Hall County Clerk of Court

06/20/2026

HALL CO. COURTS TO HOST ANNUAL DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE READING JULY 1 TO CELEBRATE AMERICA'S 250TH ANNIVERSARY

A longstanding Independence Day tradition takes on added significance this year as local judicial, historical and community organizations come together to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with the annual reading of the Declaration of Independence on Wednesday, July 1 at Roosevelt Square.

The event is being presented by the Hall County Courts System, the Bench and Bar Committee of the Gainesville-Northeastern Bar Association, and the Northeast Georgia History Center, with support from Hall County Government, the City of Gainesville, and Smith-Hulsey Law, and will feature:
• National Anthem sung by Brooke Morters
• Presentation of colors by the Hall County Sheriff’s Office and Hall County Fire Rescue Honor Guards
• Presentation and reading of the Declaration of Independence
• Historical impersonators portraying Georgia’s three signers of the Declaration: Lyman Hall, Button Gwinnett, and George Walton
• Light refreshments and commemorative giveaways

“America’s 250th anniversary provides an opportunity to reflect on the principles upon which our nation was founded and the role Georgia played in securing American independence,” State Court Judge Kelley Robertson said. “As judges, attorneys and community leaders, we are heirs to that tradition. We are not just keepers of the law—we are its stewards. We invite residents of all ages to join us as we celebrate our shared history and the responsibility entrusted to us to protect liberty, to preserve justice, and to serve the people.”

The event is one of several local initiatives recognizing the upcoming 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Attendees will have the opportunity to experience a ceremonial reading of the document that helped shape the nation and learn more about the Georgians who signed it on behalf of the colony.

Event Details: Reading of the Declaration of Independence
• Wednesday, July 1, 2026
• 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
• Roosevelt Square, 117 Jesse Jewell Parkway, Gainesville
• Free and open to the public
• Chairs and light refreshments will be available for this outdoor event
• Restrooms are available in the City of Gainesville Administration Building
• Free parking is available in the Main Street and Hall County parking decks.
• Residents unable to attend in person will be able to watch the ceremony live on Hall County Government’s website and Vimeo channel.

06/19/2026

Jurors number 1 through 90, who are scheduled for service the week of June 22, 2026, are required to report to the Jury Assembly Room on the Second Floor of the Hall County Courthouse located at 225 Green Street, SE Gainesville, GA 30501 at 8:30AM on Monday, June 22, 2026.

Your juror number is located in the upper right-hand corner of your jury summons and should not be confused with the juror reference number.

Parking is available adjacent to the Courthouse in the Hall County Parking Deck on Spring Street. It is important that you complete your juror questionnaire online:

https://www.myjurorinfo.com/hall/ejuror/

All other jurors are excused Monday, June 22, 2026, but must call 770-531-7030 Monday evening after 5:00PM for further reporting instructions.

06/12/2026

Funding for an expansion of the Hall County Courthouse was approved by voters last November.

This meeting will provide the community with more information on this much needed project.

HALL CO. TO HOST TOWN HALL ON JUDICIAL COMPLEX EXPANSION PROJECT

Hall County Government will host a town hall meeting on Wednesday, June 24, at 6 p.m. at the Hall County Government Center to discuss the proposed Judicial Complex Expansion project, including its location and current status.

“This meeting will provide residents with an update and an opportunity to hear from County leadership, ask questions and learn more about the project,” Interim County Administrator John Gentry said. “While the project is still in its early stages, we are committed to keeping the community informed as it moves forward.”

Discussion topics will include potential expansion sites, with details on topography, infrastructure and long-term needs that will guide the decision-making process. The goal is to ensure the selected location delivers the best return on investment and long-term value for both the community and the court system.

The Judicial Complex Expansion will be funded using the Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax Program (SPLOST IX), which was approved by voters in the Nov. 2025 election.

The town hall meeting will take place inside the Board of Commissioners Meeting Room, located on the second floor of the Hall County Government Center at 2875 Browns Bridge Road in Gainesville.

For questions leading up to the meeting, contact [email protected].

06/12/2026

Jury Service for the week of Monday, June 15, 2026 has been cancelled. No jurors are required to appear. Please do not report to the Hall County Courthouse for jury service the week of Monday, June 15, 2026.

Thank you for your willingness to serve as a juror.

06/09/2026

Recently, we were honored to celebrate our 2025–2026 high school interns with an Ice Cream Social at the Clerk of Courts Office. We are proud to recognize Paul Spence of West Hall High School, Jayden Alvarado of Johnson High School, and Brindley Kirby of Flowery Branch High School for their hard work and dedication throughout the year.

Through Hall County Schools’ Work Based Learning and Honors Mentorship programs, these outstanding students have gained valuable exposure to the judicial system while developing professional skills that will serve them well in their future endeavors.

The Hall County Clerk of Court is grateful for our partnership with Hall County Schools and the opportunity to invest in the next generation of leaders. Thank you, Paul, Jayden, and Brindley, for the contributions you have made to our office. We wish each of you continued success as you pursue your goals!

06/08/2026

Jurors number 1 through 165, who are scheduled for service the week of Monday, June 8, 2026, are required to report to the Jury Assembly Room on the Second Floor of the Hall County Courthouse located at 225 Green Street, SE Gainesville, GA 30501 at 12:00PM on Tuesday, June 9, 2026.

Please eat lunch before arriving at noon.

Your juror number is located in the upper right-hand corner of your jury summons and should not be confused with the juror reference number.

Parking is available adjacent to the Courthouse in the Hall County Parking Deck on Spring Street. It is important that you complete your juror questionnaire online here:

https://www.myjurorinfo.com/hall/ejuror/

All other jurors are excused Tuesday, June 9, 2026 but must call 770-531-7030 Tuesday evening for further reporting instructions.

06/06/2026

Thank you Brad Crane & Kofile, for preserving Hall County history in both physical and digital formats!

Our records date back to 1818 and we are just getting started with historical preservation!

05/29/2026

Merle can’t give legal advice, but he can help you find a deed!

05/29/2026

Jurors number 1 through 80, who are scheduled for service the week of June 1, 2026, are required to report to the Jury Assembly Room on the Second Floor of the Hall County Courthouse located at 225 Green Street, SE Gainesville, GA 30501 at 8:30AM on Monday, June 1, 2026.

Your juror number is located in the upper right-hand corner of your jury summons and should not be confused with the juror reference number.

Parking is available adjacent to the Courthouse in the Hall County Parking Deck on Spring Street.

It is important that you complete your juror questionnaire online:

https://www.myjurorinfo.com/hall/ejuror/

All other jurors are excused Monday. You do not have to report Monday, but you need to call 770-531-7030 Monday night after 6:00PM for further reporting instructions.

05/15/2026

Jurors number 1 through 150, who are scheduled for service the week of Monday, May 18, 2026, are required to report to the Jury Assembly Room on the Second Floor of the Hall County Courthouse located at 225 Green Street, SE Gainesville, GA 30501 at 8:30AM on Monday, May 18, 2026.

Your juror number is located in the upper right-hand corner of your jury summons and should not be confused with the juror reference number.

Parking is available adjacent to the Courthouse in the Hall County Parking Deck on Spring Street. It is important that you complete your juror questionnaire online.

https://www.myjurorinfo.com/hall/ejuror/

All other jurors are excused Monday, May 18 but must check back after 5:00PM Monday evening for further reporting instructions.