By delaying court cases in this manner, Ralston was able to keep his clients free on bond for months or even years, while weakening court cases over time by letting memories fade and evidence expire. Some of Ralston’s clients retained him specifically for these reasons.
There isn’t the political will in Georgia to change the law and there wasn’t the political will to remove him when he was alive.
Gotta love those good 'ole boys in souther politics and law enforcement. They sure know how to grift.