Sec. 34-53Service of rule to show cause
Plain English: what this chapter covers
This chapter lays out how Ashburn's municipal court runs: when it meets, how tickets and summonses get served, what happens if you miss court, and how bonds work. It also sets up the court-appointed defense lawyer and city prosecutor positions, and the extra charges added on top of fines. If you ever get a city citation, this is the chapter that explains the process.
Any member of the police force of the city shall serve a copy of the rule described in section 19-52, above, upon the principal and surety, if to be found in the city, personally or by leaving a copy at their usual place of abode, at least five days before the time named therein for hearing the cause.
This is a plain-English guide, not legal advice. The official code is on Municode and at City Hall. Our copy is from April 30, 2026.
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Official version: https://library.municode.com/GA/Ashburn/codes/Code_of_Ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH34CO_ARTIIAPBO_S34-53SERUSHCA
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