Judge Arrested at Red Martini After Incident With Police

Georgia Judge Arrested Following Incident at Red Martini Nightclub

On the morning of Thursday, law enforcement officers of Atlanta’s Buckhead area arrested Douglas County Probate Judge Christina J. Peterson after an incident in the popular Red Martini Restaurant and Lounge. The arrested judge is known for her controversial career, charged with felony obstruction of law enforcement and simple battery of the police officer. The details of the events leading to the judge’s arrest are unknown, and Atlanta Police confirmed only that the incident that took place involved Judge Peterson. Overall, this event complicates another twist in Judge Peterson’s career. In April, she faced removal from office and was declared guilty of “systemic incompetence” by the Judicial Qualifications Commission after multiple instances of misconduct. Although the Georgia Supreme Court has not voted on her removal at this point, it is clear that one way or another, her violation and dismissal will become the main topics of public and media discussions.