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On Becoming a Georgia Judge

By: J. Randolph Evans

Ever wonder how judges get to be judges in Georgia?

Well, in Georgia, there are two ways to get to be a judge. First, get elected. Second, get appointed.

Getting elected is pretty straightforward. Georgia elects its judges. Anyone who meets the legal requirements for being a judge can qualify with the Georgia Secretary of State during the qualifying period and appear on the ballot. It Read more...