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John is a native of Estill, South Carolina, and currently resides in Covington, Georgia with his wife and children. He received a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in marketing from Strayer University

John has worked as a sales consultant for Brunson GM Superstore and Hilton Head Hyundai. He currently serves as a manager within the DeKalb County Clerk of Superior Court's Criminal Division.

John Bryant's campaign for clerk of superior court is his first entry into politics.

As of March 19, 2024, John Bryant’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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The candidate's website says, "Build strong partnerships with stakeholders in the Court system, including judges, attorneys, prosecutors, court staff, mediators, litigants, and other individuals, as necessary to promote effective communication and collaboration."

Wants to build "strong partnerships with stakeholders in the Court system, including judges, attorneys, prosecutors, court staff, mediators, litigants, and other individuals, as necessary to promote effective communication and collaboration."

The candidate's website says, "Ensure that the office operates efficiently and provides timely and accurate services to the Superior Court, attorneys and the general public."

Plans to ensure that the office operates efficiently and provides timely and accurate services to the Superior Court, attorneys and the general public.

- Wants to build "strong partnerships with stakeholders in the Court system, including judges, attorneys, prosecutors, court staff, mediators, litigants, and other individuals, as necessary to promote effective communication and collaboration."
- Plans to ensure that the office operates efficiently and provides timely and accurate services to the Superior Court, attorneys and the general public.

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John Bryant

John Bryant is a native of Estill, South Carolina, and currently resides in Covington, Georgia with his wife and children. He received a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from Strayer University

John Bryant has worked as a sales consultant for Brunson GM Superstore and Hilton Head Hyundai.

John Bryant is currently employed with the DeKalb County Clerk of Superior Court, where he serves as a manager in their Criminal Division.

- The candidate's website says, "Build strong partnerships with stakeholders in the Court system, including judges, attorneys, prosecutors, court staff, mediators, litigants, and other individuals, as necessary to promote effective communication and collaboration."
- The candidate's website says, "Ensure that the office operates efficiently and provides timely and accurate services to the Superior Court, attorneys and the general public."

John Bryant is a native of Estill, South Carolina, and currently resides in Covington, Georgia with his wife and children. Specific details about where he attended school and what church he attends are not provided in the information given.

John Bryant is currently employed with the DeKalb County Clerk of Superior Court, where he serves as a manager in their Criminal Division. He has a comprehensive understanding of the Clerk's Office operations.

As of April 3, 2024, John Bryant’s website did not contain information on this issue.

The candidate's website says, "As Criminal Manager, he has effectively led the Criminal Division staff within the DeKalb County court system and advised court officials and division leaders... John has the experience that matters to serve as Clerk..."

Stephanie is married to her husband. They reside in Covington, Georgia.

Stephanie began her public service career as a 911 communications operator, later advancing to the position of Deputy Court Clerk.

Stephanie Finnie was appointed as the Clerk of Court for the Covington Municipal Court in 2005, a role she continues to hold.

As of March 19, 2024, Stephanie Finnie’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Plans to initiate a transparent, fair legal system, ensuring justice is accessible regardless of socio-economic status, maintaining high professional and ethical standards, and striving for a court system marked by efficiency, effectiveness, and impartiality for all.

Plans to streamline court procedures, enhance public communication, and ensure equitable treatment for all in the justice system, driven by a commitment to improve judicial administration.

As Court Clerk, works with the City of Covington, interacting with Judges, legal professionals, and the citizens of Newton County.

- Plans to initiate a transparent, fair legal system, ensuring justice is accessible regardless of socio-economic status, maintaining high professional and ethical standards, and striving for a court system marked by efficiency, effectiveness, and impartiality for all.
- Plans to streamline court procedures, enhance public communication, and ensure equitable treatment for all in the justice system, driven by a commitment to improve judicial administration.
- As Court Clerk, works with the City of Covington, interacting with Judges, legal professionals, and the citizens of Newton County.

Stephanie Finnie

Stephanie Finnie is married to her husband Gerald. They reside in Covington, Georgia.

Stephanie Finnie began her public service career as a 911 communications operator, later advancing to the position of Deputy Court Clerk.

She was appointed as the Clerk of Court for the Covington Municipal Court in 2005, a role she continues to hold. In her capacity as Court Clerk, she works with the City of Covington, interacting with Judges, legal professionals, and the citizens of Newton County.

- Plans to initiate a transparent, fair legal system, ensuring justice is accessible regardless of socio-economic status, maintaining high professional and ethical standards, and striving for a court system marked by efficiency, effectiveness, and impartiality for all.
- Plans to streamline court procedures, enhance public communication, and ensure equitable treatment for all in the justice system, driven by a commitment to improve judicial administration.

As of April 3, 2024, Stephanie Finnie’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Stephanie Finnie began her public service career as a 911 communications operator, later advancing to the position of Deputy Court Clerk. She was appointed as the Clerk of Court for the Covington Municipal Court in 2005, a role she continues to hold. In her capacity as Court Clerk, she works with the City of Covington, interacting with Judges, legal professionals, and the citizens of Newton County.

The Superior Court Clerk is the official record keeper and legal administrator of the county, as they are responsible for receiving and maintaining criminal and civil court filings. They also manage the county’s land and property records. Their duties are numerous and include administrative tasks, like accounting and administering oaths, and judicial, like maintaining legal records. They can also potentially fill in for other roles, such as State Court Clerk and Passport Acceptance Agents.

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