Role of the Univeristy Judiciary
The University Judiciary is the campus organization charged with promoting a climate of integrity at the University of Georgia by conducting hearings for students charged with violating conduct regulations and by proactively educating the University community through outreach programs to organizations and groups, helping students to understand the expectations that the University has for appropriate and responsible behavior. The mission statement of the Judiciary reflects this role:
We, the University of Georgia Judiciary, seek to foster respect within the University Community through adherence to the Code of Conduct, by utilizing proactive education and a fundamentally fair judicial process.
University Judiciary and the Formal Hearing Process
Members of the University Judiciary serve as Justices or as Advisors/Advocates.
Justices sit on formal hearing panels and determine whether or not a student is in violation of the Code of Conduct based on a presentation of evidence and witness. If the student is found in violation of the Code of Conduct, the hearing panel determines and assigns sanctions appropriate for the violation and circumstances of the student's case.
Advisors assist the student alleged to have violated the Code of Conduct in preparing and presenting a case. The advisor does not serve as a representative of the student. Instead, the advisor assists the student in preparing a case prior to the hearing, educates the student on the formal hearing process, and consults with the student during the hearing.
Advocates present information to demonstrate why it is believed that the student violated the Code of Conduct. The advocate prepares opening and closing statements, presents documentary evidence, and questions witnesses during the formal hearing.
Judiciary Outreach Team
The Judiciary Outreach Team presents educational programs related to the University Code of Conduct and the function of the University Judiciary. Presentations are tailored to the request of student groups and organizations, and program length varies according to request. Examples of groups that have requested programs in the past include residence halls, Greek organizations, student organizations, peer advisor groups, training sessions for student leaders, and many others. Specific topics include Alcohol Regulations, General Judicial Process, Judicial Issues for Organizations,
Standards of Parking Appeals, and the Minimum Sanction Policy.
To request an educational program from the Judicial Outreach Team, please fill out a Program Request Form.
 Judiciary Outreach Team (JOT) Program Request Form
University Judiciary and Parking Appeals
Members of the University Judiciary review parking citation appeals on behalf of Parking Services. All appeals must be formally accepted within ten (10) calendar days of the citation issue date. Parking appeals do not involved a hearing, therefore, any evidence or documentation must be submitted with the appeal. Notification of appeal decisions are sent via mail or email, and may also be viewed via your Parking Services Account. Note: immobilizations and towing fines will not be considered for appeal.
To file an appeal electronically, log in to your Parking Services Account using your MyID and password. Select the "Citations" link and then the
"Appeal Citations" link. Complete the form, paying particular attention to the directions provided.
To file an appeal via mail or fax, complete the Citation Appeal Form and mail or fax to:
Parking Services
Joe Frank Harris Commons
80 Carlton Street
Athens, GA 30602
706-542-6301
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