Judge Steve C. Jones

Judge Steve C. Jones was appointed to the Superior Court of the Western Judicial Circuit in 1995.

In this role, Judge Jones presides over civil and criminal cases. Judge Jones also presides over the Western Judicial Circuit Felony Drug Court Program, a program that integrates alcohol and substance abuse treatment with court supervision.

Prior to his 1995 Superior Court judicial appointment, Judge Jones served as a Municipal Court Judge (1992-1995), as an Assistant District Attorney (1987-1991), and as the Director of the Child Support Recovery Unit (1978-1985).

A native of Athens-Clarke County, Georgia, Judge Jones has demonstrated his commitment to the community. He has offered his time and leadership to numerous community and social organizations.

In 1998, he was the recipient of the Chief Justice Robert Benham Award for Community Service; 2007 Junior League of Athens and Athens First Bank & Trust “Volunteer of the Year Award;” St. Mary's "2007 Heart of Gold Award" and Omega Citizen of the Year -- awarded by the Zeta Beta Beta Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity in appreciation of the Judge's outstanding contributions and dedicated services to his community, city, and the State of Georgia.