Magistrate Court of Ben Hill County, State of Georgia

07/14/2026

We are experiencing intermittent phone and internet issues today. Staff is available in office but service may be limited. Please be patient as technicians work through these issues. Thank you!

07/02/2026

Our office will be closed Friday, July 3, in observance of Independence Day.

05/24/2026

Their sacrifice was the ultimate act of love for their country. May we always remember them. — Unknown

A reminder that our office will be CLOSED tomorrow, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. We will reopen Tuesday at 8:30.

05/22/2026

Big congratulations to two very special graduates in our work family! We celebrate the son of our Clerk Jamie Day and the granddaughter of our Constable Leroy Dunnom.

Conner and Za’Riyha, your hard work and determination have paid off, and we could not be more proud of you both. We wish both graduates endless success, happiness, and opportunities as they begin their next chapter. Now go change the world!!

03/15/2026

We will delay opening until 1:00pm tomorrow, Monday 3/16, due to the expected weather conditions.

Everyone be safe.

02/21/2026

Our Constable Leroy Dunnom will be celebrating a birthday on Sunday, and our Court security Major Calvin Wilcox celebrated his birthday on Friday. We are so thankful for all they do! Happy Birthday gentlemen!!

01/16/2026

We will reopen Tuesday, January 20.

12/31/2025

Wishing everyone a safe New Years Eve and a blessing filled 2026!
We will be closed Thursday, 1/1 but will reopen Friday 1/2/2026.

12/25/2025

12/11/2025

Our office will be CLOSED December 24, 25 and 26. We will reopen Monday, December 29. The Chief Magistrate will be available to all LEO and for First Appearance Hearings (bond hearings) as needed. We wish everyone a safe and joyous Christmas!