Judge Scott McAfee had previously dismissed six other counts in March, indicating that the state could potentially refile those charges.

Judge McAfee emphasized that punishing individuals for documents filed in federal court would undermine the court's ability to manage its own proceedings.

Donald Trump has been charged with illegal election manipulation in Georgia, stemming from efforts to overturn the 2020 election results.

Initially, Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis secured a 13-count indictment against Trump last summer regarding these attempts.

Recently, a Georgia judge dismissed three counts in the election interference case against Trump and several co-defendants, including two counts directly related to Trump.

With this ruling, five out of the original 13 criminal counts against Trump have now been dismissed.

Despite the dismissals, Trump still faces eight remaining charges, including a significant racketeering charge.

Prosecutors allege that Trump and his allies pressured Georgia officials to violate their oaths of office in their efforts to overturn the election.

The racketeering charge is a key aspect of the case, which is often associated with organized crime.

Trump's legal team has employed a delaying strategy, making it unlikely for an actual trial date in Georgia before the November presidential election.

The case has been on hold since June while a Georgia appeals court reviews a motion to disqualify District Attorney Willis due to alleged misconduct.

Arguments in the appeals court are scheduled for December, delaying any progress in the case until after the upcoming presidential election.