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The Tifton Gazette, Pate announces bid for Clerk of Superior Court

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Clay is married to his wife, and together they have two daughters. They reside in Tifton, Georgia.

Clay worked with the Tift County Sheriff's Department for 18 years. He has worked with courtroom security and as the liaison officer of the Tift County Honor Guard.

Clay Pate has served as Clerk of Superior Court in Tift County since being elected in 2016.

As of July 25, 2024, Clay Pate did not have a website or any information online.

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Said, "I love my community, and I’ve had the privilege of serving people and knowing people all over this county... Whether it has to do with jury duty, real estate issues, lawsuits or traffic tickets, the smooth function of the court rests with the clerk in many ways."

- Said, "I love my community, and I’ve had the privilege of serving people and knowing people all over this county... Whether it has to do with jury duty, real estate issues, lawsuits or traffic tickets, the smooth function of the court rests with the clerk in many ways."

Judicial Administration

Clay Pate

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.

Official record keeper and administrator of the county

Tift Clerk of Superior Court

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