A group of state lawmakers opposes an effort to remove Victor Hill as Clayton County's next sheriff. Members of the Clayton Legislative Delegation spoke out at the state capitol Monday.
Hill's status as sheriff-elect of Clayton County remains complicated as January approaches, and late Monday, he got a show of support. Five state lawmakers discussed their opposition to a step that could lead to Hill's removal from office, at least temporarily.
The Clayton County sheriff-elect is supposed to take office for the New Year, but he faces a racketeering and theft indictment.
His state law enforcement certification has been suspended, and the Georgia Sheriff's Association wants Hill suspended once he is sworn in until the criminal case is resolved. State Sen. Gail Davenport said that since the courts have not ruled on Hill's case, the delegation wants to make sure he has the right to prove his innocence.
Earlier, the Georgia Sheriff's Association president said Governor Nathan Deal should appoint a retired Clayton County sheriff until Victor Hill's case is over.
Friday, May 24 2013 11:06 PM EDT2013-05-25 03:06:52 GMT
If you're hitting the road this weekend, you wont be alone. Plenty of drivers are expected to make use of the long Memorial Day weekend, both in and out of town.
If you're hitting the road this weekend, you wont be alone. Plenty of drivers are expected to make use of the long Memorial Day weekend, both in and out of town.
Friday, May 24 2013 11:00 PM EDT2013-05-25 03:00:01 GMT
An Army Reserve sergeant surprised his daughter by returning from an overseas deployment and presenting her with her diploma at high school graduation.
An Army Reserve sergeant surprised his daughter by returning from an overseas deployment and presenting her with her diploma at high school graduation.
Friday, May 24 2013 10:32 PM EDT2013-05-25 02:32:57 GMT
Authorities say more than a dozen people were injured in an accident involving a hotel shuttle bus near Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport on Friday morning.
Authorities say more than a dozen people were injured in an accident involving a hotel shuttle bus near Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport on Friday morning.
Friday, May 24 2013 10:28 PM EDT2013-05-25 02:28:55 GMT
In-depth reporting by the Druid Hills High School student newspaper on DeKalb's accreditation controversy landed the head of SACS as the school's commencement speaker on Friday.
In-depth reporting by the Druid Hills High School student newspaper on DeKalb's accreditation controversy landed the head of SACS as the school's commencement speaker on Friday.
Friday, May 24 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-05-24 21:50:02 GMT
Memorial Day weekend marks the start of the summer boating season. Authorities are reminding folks that there are some new laws on Georgia's waterways.
Memorial Day weekend marks the start of the summer boating season. Authorities are reminding folks that there are some new laws on Georgia's waterways.
