Eddie is a resident of Douglas County and graduated from Lithia Springs High School. He earned his undergraduate degree from Mercer University in Atlanta and his law degree from Georgia State University. 

Eddie worked as an Assistant District Attorney for Douglas County for 17 years.

State Court - Chief Judge Eddie Barker

Eddie Barker is the Chief Judge of the State Court in Douglas County. He was elected in 2018 and has served one term in this position. Judge Barker has presided on the State Court Bench as a Judge since 2010.

Established a local DUI court in 2013 that now has over 275 graduates. It has expanded to three treatment tracks and participants are provided treatment plans with judicial oversight to help them learn to live in recovery.

Serves as the co-chair of the DUI Court Judges Committee and is a member of the Council of Accountability Court Judges Legislative Committee.

- Established a local DUI court in 2013 that now has over 275 graduates. It has expanded to three treatment tracks and participants are provided treatment plans with judicial oversight to help them learn to live in recovery.
- Serves as the co-chair of the DUI Court Judges Committee and is a member of the Council of Accountability Court Judges Legislative Committee.

Legal Experience

The candidate's website states, "He has been acknowledged several times by victims, families, and criminals alike that he was fair and complete in his process."

- The candidate's website states, "He has been acknowledged several times by victims, families, and criminals alike that he was fair and complete in his process."

Ethics & Conduct

The candidate's website states, "His passion is helping people that find themself in troubling situations. He is firm on crime and treats people with respect and understanding."

- The candidate's website states, "His passion is helping people that find themself in troubling situations. He is firm on crime and treats people with respect and understanding."

Judicial Philosophy

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Said that his "remarkable advancements in process and resolutions are recognized Statewide."

- Said that his "remarkable advancements in process and resolutions are recognized Statewide."

Judicial Administration

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The candidate's website says, "Judge Barker is always looking for ways to communicate and share the judicial system with the citizens of Douglas County... If you would like to request Judge Barker speak at an event, email him at ebarker6616@gmail.com..."

The candidate's website says, "Judge Barker is always looking for ways to communicate and share the judicial system with the citizens of Douglas County."

Eddie is an active member of his local church and volunteers through community coaching and mentoring.

- The candidate's website says, "Judge Barker is always looking for ways to communicate and share the judicial system with the citizens of Douglas County."
- Eddie is an active member of his local church and volunteers through community coaching and mentoring.

Community Involvement

Eddie Barker

LAW OFFICES OF MARTIN & ASSOCIATES

Corey Martin is a veteran and earned a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Excelsior College and a law degree from John Marshall Law School in Atlanta. 

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Corey Martin is a Managing Partner of The Law Offices of Martin & Associates, LLC. He also has experience as a Lobbyist, Director, and Equity Partner.

Ballotpedia: Corey Bernard Martin

Corey Bernard Martin’s campaign for State Court Judge in Douglas County is his first entry into politics.

As a Managing Partner, he has represented clients in criminal defense, immigration, personal injuries, and tax law.

While working for The Law Offices of Martin & Associates, LLC., he has drafted pleadings and motions such as summary judgment, motions to compel, motions for sanctions, and motions to dismiss.

Has defended clients in immigration removal proceedings including bond hearings, master hearings, and merit hearings. He has prepared and obtained family petitions, deferred action, U-Visas, and naturalization petitions.

- As a Managing Partner, he has represented clients in criminal defense, immigration, personal injuries, and tax law.
- While working for The Law Offices of Martin & Associates, LLC., he has drafted pleadings and motions such as summary judgment, motions to compel, motions for sanctions, and motions to dismiss.
- Has defended clients in immigration removal proceedings including bond hearings, master hearings, and merit hearings. He has prepared and obtained family petitions, deferred action, U-Visas, and naturalization petitions.

Said, "The scales of justice should always be balanced...There should be representation of all people in a fair and just judicial system."

- Said, "The scales of justice should always be balanced...There should be representation of all people in a fair and just judicial system."

Says he has an "unwavering dedication to supporting the vulnerable while ensuring accountability and firmness for those committing crimes."

Believes in ensuring "equal access to justice" and wants to implement mental health and rehabilitation initiatives.

- Says he has an "unwavering dedication to supporting the vulnerable while ensuring accountability and firmness for those committing crimes."
- Believes in ensuring "equal access to justice" and wants to implement mental health and rehabilitation initiatives.

Wants to "[bring] fresh, innovative strategies to case management and transparency that ensure impartial and lawful encounters, irrespective of background."

- Wants to "[bring] fresh, innovative strategies to case management and transparency that ensure impartial and lawful encounters, irrespective of background."

Participates in Sheltering Arms, the United Voices Foundation, the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys, and the Gate City Bar Association.

Volunteers with the Atlanta John Marshall Law School Veterans Legal Clinic to represent veterans in misdemeanor cases throughout Georgia. He is also a member of the school's alumni board.

Is a Douglas County Partner in Education and an Administrative Council Member of the Douglas County Juvenile Court.

Corey was recognized as a Daily Report Distinguished Leaders Award Honoree and received the 2020 State Bar of Georgia, William B. Spann Jr. Award. He also received the 2021 Distinguished Alumni Award from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School.

The candidate's website states, "Corey Martin has a trajectory of community work providing access to resources and education to students in Douglas County and the Metro Atlanta Area."

Volunteers for the Real Men Read and Career Day Program in the Douglas County Education System.

As a US Veteran, Cory has "put his life on the line for his country, he’s used to serving, making tough decisions and is no stranger to being involved in his community and giving back."

- Participates in Sheltering Arms, the United Voices Foundation, the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys, and the Gate City Bar Association.
- Volunteers with the Atlanta John Marshall Law School Veterans Legal Clinic to represent veterans in misdemeanor cases throughout Georgia. He is also a member of the school's alumni board.
- Is a Douglas County Partner in Education and an Administrative Council Member of the Douglas County Juvenile Court.
- Corey was recognized as a Daily Report Distinguished Leaders Award Honoree and received the 2020 State Bar of Georgia, William B. Spann Jr. Award. He also received the 2021 Distinguished Alumni Award from Atlanta's John Marshall Law School.
- The candidate's website states, "Corey Martin has a trajectory of community work providing access to resources and education to students in Douglas County and the Metro Atlanta Area."
- Volunteers for the Real Men Read and Career Day Program in the Douglas County Education System.
- As a US Veteran, Cory has "put his life on the line for his country, he’s used to serving, making tough decisions and is no stranger to being involved in his community and giving back."

Corey Bernard Martin

- Despite their name, State Courts in Georgia have limited jurisdiction within their county. State Court Judges also have limited jurisdiction over the types of cases they hear, as opposed to Superior Court. 
- State Court Judges hear misdemeanors, like traffic tickets. They also issue arrest and search warrants and hold preliminary hearings in some criminal cases. 
- State Court Judges hear most civil matters that aren't related to land titles, divorce, or cases involving non-monetary damages (those matters are handled by the Superior Court).
- State Court Judges are elected in non-partisan county wide elections and serve four year terms. The Governor can appoint State Court Judges when vacancies arise. 
