# Georgia OSAH hearing guidance

Updated October 27, 2026

OSAH proceedings only. Official explanatory guidance; consult OSAH rules and case orders. Shared court context only; case-type restrictions, exceptions, later amendments and case orders apply. This is not a personal preference or a complete rules inventory.

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[Official source](https://osah.ga.gov/faq/) · Collected 2026-10-27

## Georgia OSAH hearing guidance

You must have a good reason to change the hearing date. You must explain your reason to the Administrative Law Judge in writing and send a copy of your letter to the other side (i.e., the opposing party). This should be done as soon as possible prior to the scheduled date and time of the hearing. 2.

OSAH proceedings only. Official explanatory guidance; consult OSAH rules and case orders. Shared court context only; case-type restrictions, exceptions, later amendments and case orders apply. This is not a personal preference or a complete rules inventory.

## Georgia OSAH hearing guidance

In most cases, no, you do not have to send anything to the Administrative Law Judge before the hearing. However, in some instances the Judge may order you to submit documents before the hearing. If you receive such an order, it is very important you comply with it. It is also very important for you to come to the hearing. If you don’t come to the hearing, you may lose your case. 3.

OSAH proceedings only. Official explanatory guidance; consult OSAH rules and case orders. Shared court context only; case-type restrictions, exceptions, later amendments and case orders apply. This is not a personal preference or a complete rules inventory.

## Georgia OSAH hearing guidance

You must decide the answer to this question. The Administrative Law Judge will explain what to expect at the hearing. The Administrative Law Judge may not help either side or offer legal advice. 8.

OSAH proceedings only. Official explanatory guidance; consult OSAH rules and case orders. Shared court context only; case-type restrictions, exceptions, later amendments and case orders apply. This is not a personal preference or a complete rules inventory.

## Georgia OSAH hearing guidance

Yes. You may discuss your case with the other side. You may ask the other side for more information. It is possible to work out your case before the hearing. 10.

OSAH proceedings only. Official explanatory guidance; consult OSAH rules and case orders. Shared court context only; case-type restrictions, exceptions, later amendments and case orders apply. This is not a personal preference or a complete rules inventory.

## Georgia OSAH hearing guidance

The Administrative Law Judge may not talk to you about your case before the hearing. If you write to the Administrative Law Judge about your case, you must send a copy of your letter to the other side. If you have a question about your case, you may contact the Case Management Assistant for your case. 11.

OSAH proceedings only. Official explanatory guidance; consult OSAH rules and case orders. Shared court context only; case-type restrictions, exceptions, later amendments and case orders apply. This is not a personal preference or a complete rules inventory.