Decatur Offers Amnesty for Some Outstanding Warrants, Tickets

DECATUR, GA -- Decatur Municipal Court is offering amnesty to residents who have past due traffic violations and bench warrants, the city said.

The amnesty program allows people to resolve their outstanding legal issues without being prosecuted. The program began Feb. 1 and ends on May 1.

The offer is open to any individual that received a citation from Decatur police. The person does not have to live in Decatur, DeKalb County or even Georgia, the city said.

In a statement, the city said that amnesty seekers must follow the process, especially if resolving the issue includes making a court appearance.

"If the original violation requires a mandatory court appearance such as a DUI, suspended driver’s license or no insurance, you must appear on Amnesty Saturday, March 25, 2017 at 9 a.m., to appear before a judge to resolve your case. Alternatively, you must appear to receive a new court date," the city said.

All amnesty seekers must get their matters resolved at the Decatur Municipal Court, which is located at 420 W. Trinity Place, Decatur, Georgia, 30030. Court staff may be contacted at 678-553-6655.

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