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Ben Green
NONPARTISAN
Ben Green is running for Georgia Superior Court Judge, Piedmont.
Personal background
Ben received his law degree from Thomas Goode Jones School of Law. He currently resides in Commerce, GA with his wife and twin daughters.
Professional background
Prior to his legal career, Ben had a career in the military as an Army Officer.
Political background
Ben Green is currently the Chief Magistrate Judge in Jackson County.
Legal Experience
Received his law degree from Thomas Goode Jones School of Law, Faulkner Law, and graduated with Honors.
Is the past President of Piedmont Judicial Circuit Bar Association and currently the Chief Magistrate Judge in Jackson County.
Works at the Jackson County Superior Court Drug and Mental Health Court.
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Ethics & Conduct
The candidate's website says, "Ben’s philosophy as a judge has always been to treat people fairly and keep the community safe."
Believes that "Someone who is out on bond now, or on probation for a crime they committed, who then is alleged to have committed another felony, is a risk to continue re-offending and likely a risk to the community."
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Judicial Administration
Revoked the "felony bond schedule," saying "careful consideration is always given to determine if someone is a threat to public safety."
Opposes granting bond for individuals charged with a new felony while on probation, parole, or bond, citing risks of re-offending and community safety concerns.
Believes in personal accountability, citing an example: "When a swimming pool contractor refused to turn over a list of assets in his possession Judge Green had him jailed for contempt."
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Judicial Philosophy
The candidate's website says, "Being qualified to be a Judge is about much more than a legal resume and some extra-curricular activities."
Believes in "common sense approaches to keep our community safe."
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Community Involvement
Believes that community involvement can lead to personal accountability, citing examples like trash pickup.
Ben is a Legacy Youth Mentoring Board Member, was Nominated Mentor of the Year in 2019 and 2023, is a Jefferson Rotary Club Member, and Class of 2024 Graduate of Leadership Jackson.
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