As President-elect Donald Trump prepares for his presidential term, he has initiated legal efforts to end a Georgia case tied to the 2020 election.

Trump has formally requested that a Georgia appeals court dismiss the aforementioned criminal case against him, led by Fulton County D.A. Fani Willis, alleging constitutional violations, as Newsmax reports.

On Wednesday, in an appeal to the Georgia courts, Trump and his legal representatives pressed for the termination of the ongoing criminal prosecution spearheaded by Willis.

This case includes charges against several of Trump's close associates.

Trump's Legal Arguments and Judicial Requests

The defense team argues that the continuation of this case would infringe upon the U.S. Constitution.

They urge the appeals court to exempt Trump from the proceedings and direct the lower court to drop the charges altogether.

Federal courts have previously dropped two criminal charges against Trump, citing a Justice Department policy that shields a sitting president from prosecution. This backdrop adds complexity to the current proceedings in Georgia.

Trump, having recently won the election, faces an indefinite postponement of a New York case involving payments to an adult entertainer, with his legal team also seeking that case's dismissal.

Charges and Claims in the Georgia Case

In the state of Georgia, Trump alongside 14 others are accused of racketeering among other charges, as part of an alleged conspiracy to overturn his slim loss in the 2020 election.

Trump has entered a plea of not guilty, denouncing the charges as politically motivated efforts to undermine his campaign.

Despite his upcoming presidency, Trump's legal advisors highlight the fact that his new role does not confer the authority to terminate the Georgia proceedings.

However, they argue that these legal battles could impede his presidential duties.

Conflict of Interest Allegations and Case Developments

Controversially, Trump and eight co-defendants have sought to disqualify D.A. Willis from the case, pointing to a purported conflict of interest stemming from her previous romantic involvement with a former deputy.

The case has experienced delays, remaining on hold since June owing to the appeal process. The reasons for these delays have not been disclosed by the court.

The request for Trump's removal from the case is exclusive to him; his co-defendants are expected to continue their individual appeals.

The Broader Legal Landscape for Trump

The ongoing legal challenges reflect a broader scrutiny of Trump's actions during and post his presidency. The outcomes of these cases could significantly influence his upcoming presidential term.

Legal analysts suggest that the appeals court's decisions in this matter could set precedents for how former presidents are treated under U.S. law, particularly in cases alleging constitutional violations.

The scheduled oral arguments, initially set for Thursday, have been postponed, further extending the timeline of this high-stakes legal battle.