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Former Republican Party Chairman Charged with Child Molestation

A former Cobb County Republican Party chairman has been charged with child molestation involving two boys, according to police reports. The allegations span multiple years and locations, including a local church. The defendant, who remains jailed without bond, entered a not guilty plea during his arraignment before a Cobb Superior Court judge. Legal experts note that such charges can lead to significant penalties and complex pretrial motions. This case underscores the importance of legal representation and understanding the criminal justice process in Georgia’s courts.

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Cobb Superior Court Denies Termination of Trust

The Georgia Court of Appeals reversed a Cobb Superior Court decision after determining that the conditions of a family living trust had been fulfilled. The case centered on a man’s request to terminate his late mother’s trust, which the trustee initially refused. The Court found that the trust’s termination conditions were satisfied when the youngest beneficiary reached the specified age of 27, allowing for the trust’s closure. This ruling emphasizes the importance of clear trust language and demonstrates how Georgia appellate courts interpret estate and probate disputes.

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