ElectThompson http://www.electthompson.com Just another WordPress site Sat, 04 Feb 2012 23:09:42 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 About Jason B. Thompson http://www.electthompson.com/about-jason-b-thompson/ http://www.electthompson.com/about-jason-b-thompson/#comments Wed, 01 Feb 2012 03:14:33 +0000 Jason http://www.electthompson.com/?p=314

  1. Judicial Experience
  2. Proven Prosecutor
  3. Community Supporter

Jason B. Thompson is a native of Fayette County and has practiced exclusively in the Fayette County area. After graduating from Cumberland School of Law in Birmingham, Alabama in 2001, Mr. Thompson has handled matters in all of the Georgia trial courts and even argued in front of the Georgia Court of Appeals. Mr. Thompson is a trial lawyer handling business related matters and other civil litigation. Additionally, he is a Past-President of the Fayette County Bar Association, former statewide chairman of the Georgia High School Mock Trial Program for 2006, and lecturer with the Fayette County People’s Law School.

He also serves his community as judge of the Peachtree City Municipal Court and as Assistant Solicitor-General for Spalding County State Court, prosecuting misdemeanors on behalf of the State of Georgia.

ADMITTED

Georgia, 2001. Admitted in all Georgia State and Superior Courts, Georgia Court of Appeals, Supreme Court of Georgia and the United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia.

EDUCATION

  • Cumberland School of Law, J.D. (2001).
  • Maryville College, B.A. (1997)
  • Fayette County High School (1993)

MEMBERSHIPS

  • Fayette County Bar Association, Past President.
  • State Bar of Georgia, Member.
  • Fayette County Chamber of Commerce, Board of Directors.
  • Joseph Sams School, Board of Directors.
  • Southern Crescent Chorale, Board of Advisors.
  • Providence United Methodist Church, Vision Committee Chairman.
  • AFC Lightning Soccer Club, President.
  • Georgia High School Mock Trial Program, Past Statewide Chairman.
  • Fayette County Young Professionals, Member.
  • Fayette County People’s Law School, Lecturer.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

  • Judge, Peachtree City Municipal Court.
  • Certified Mediator, Georgia Office of Dispute Resolution.
  • Assistant Solicitor-General, Spalding County State Court.
  • Order of the Barristers
]]> http://www.electthompson.com/about-jason-b-thompson/feed/ 0 What Is The Magistrate Court http://www.electthompson.com/what-is-the-magistrate-court/ http://www.electthompson.com/what-is-the-magistrate-court/#comments Tue, 31 Jan 2012 03:20:10 +0000 Jason http://www.electthompson.com/?p=322 The Magistrate Court serves two functions: civil law and criminal law. Magistrate Judge is a non-partisan position presiding over civil small claim actions and various criminal matters. On the civil side, a Magistrate Judge hears small claims issues of less than $15,000. Many litigants appear in Magistrate Court without an attorney; therefore, the court needs to be easily accessible. We need a judge with the right skill set, energy and personality for the job. My experiences have provided me with the proper background to meet the needs of future litigants as I strive to strengthen the current system. On the criminal side, the Magistrate Judge is often asked to hold probable cause hearings concerning arrests and search warrants. I can be the one Magistrate Judge in our county that looks at the issues with the experience of a practicing attorney, prosecutor and judge in order to make sure the warrants are handled properly from the very beginning to reduce the likelihood of a technicality occurring during a trial. Let my experience work for you.

]]> http://www.electthompson.com/what-is-the-magistrate-court/feed/ 0 Jason B. Thompson http://www.electthompson.com/jason-thompson/ http://www.electthompson.com/jason-thompson/#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:39:13 +0000 Jason http://www.electthompson.com/?p=222
  • Judicial Experience
  • Proven Prosecutor
  • Community Supporter
    • ]]>     ]]> http://www.electthompson.com/jason-thompson/feed/ 0     Why I Want To Serve Our Community As Magistrate Court Judge http://www.electthompson.com/why-i-want-to-serve-our-community-as-magistrate-court-judge/ http://www.electthompson.com/why-i-want-to-serve-our-community-as-magistrate-court-judge/#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 03:18:50 +0000 Jason http://www.electthompson.com/?p=321 I have had the pleasure of serving our community as a prosecutor and as a Municipal Court Judge for Peachtree City. In both my capacity as a prosecutor and a judge, I have developed a passion for protecting and improving our community as well as our legal system. My familiarity with the criminal law updates and my ability to use technology to update our current Magistrate Court system make me the most prepared candidate to revitalize our current system.

    ]]>     http://www.electthompson.com/why-i-want-to-serve-our-community-as-magistrate-court-judge/feed/ 0     How Does The Magistrate Court Affect You http://www.electthompson.com/how-does-the-magistrate-court-affect-you/ http://www.electthompson.com/how-does-the-magistrate-court-affect-you/#comments Sun, 29 Jan 2012 03:24:10 +0000 Jason http://www.electthompson.com/?p=326 The Magistrate Court directly and indirectly affects the lives of most Georgians. The Magistrate Court directly affects Georgians who will find themselves in small claims court. We need a judge who will make the small claims process easily accessible to the public. I believe I have the right skill set, energy and personality to do just that. In addition, the Magistrate Court indirectly affects the lives of most Georgians by making sure that warrants have been properly executed. The Magistrate Court works in conjunction with law enforcement to properly prosecute criminals and protect the rights of citizens.

    ]]>     http://www.electthompson.com/how-does-the-magistrate-court-affect-you/feed/ 0     Let’s Update The Magistrate Court http://www.electthompson.com/lets-update-the-magistrate-court/ http://www.electthompson.com/lets-update-the-magistrate-court/#comments Sat, 28 Jan 2012 03:30:18 +0000 Jason http://www.electthompson.com/?p=329 I will explore ways to update the current Magistrate Court system in Fayette County through the use of current technology. I would like to explore the possibility of online filing for small claims and would like to see website updates as well.

    ]]>     http://www.electthompson.com/lets-update-the-magistrate-court/feed/ 0     How Does A Judge Rule? http://www.electthompson.com/how-does-a-judge-rule/ http://www.electthompson.com/how-does-a-judge-rule/#comments Fri, 27 Jan 2012 03:30:22 +0000 Jason http://www.electthompson.com/?p=335 In Magistrate Court, a judge should strictly apply the law. On the civil side, a judge must insure that a plaintiff meets the burden of proof. On the criminal side, a judge must make sure that the evidence provided clearly calls for an arrest warrant or a search warrant. In addition, one must be brave enough to refuse to sign a warrant until sufficient evidence has been presented. I will be a judge that relies on the letter of the law to guide my decisions rather than my own personal beliefs.

    ]]>     http://www.electthompson.com/how-does-a-judge-rule/feed/ 0     Why Jason Is The Best Candidate For Magistrate Court Judge http://www.electthompson.com/why-jason-is-the-best-candidate-for-magistrate-court-judge/ http://www.electthompson.com/why-jason-is-the-best-candidate-for-magistrate-court-judge/#comments Sun, 01 Jan 2012 03:33:17 +0000 Jason http://jbt-law.com/?p=125 I believe serving as Magistrate Judge would give me the opportunity to transform the current system in order to better serve the public. We need a judge with the right skill set, energy and personality for the job. Our Magistrate Court system needs an update. I will revitalize the filing process and will work to preserve the peace and prosperity of Fayette County. I will be the judge with the experience, determination and expertise to preside over the improved Magistrate Court system and bring the current system up-to-date. My experiences have provided me with the proper background to meet the needs of future litigants as I strive to strengthen the current system.

    ]]>     http://www.electthompson.com/why-jason-is-the-best-candidate-for-magistrate-court-judge/feed/ 0     ElectThompson http://www.electthompson.com/electthompson/ http://www.electthompson.com/electthompson/#comments Mon, 26 Dec 2011 23:34:22 +0000 Jason http://localhost/electthompson/?p=50 I am officially announcing my candidacy for Fayette County Magistrate Judge. I have had the pleasure of serving our community as a prosecutor and as a Municipal Court Judge for Peachtree City. In both my capacity as a prosecutor and a judge, I have developed a passion for protecting and improving our community as well as our legal system. I desire the opportunity to revitalize the Magistrate Court system, and I would appreciate your vote on July 31.]]> I am officially announcing my candidacy for Fayette County Magistrate Judge. I have had the pleasure of serving our community as a prosecutor and as a Municipal Court Judge for Peachtree City. In both my capacity as a prosecutor and a judge, I have developed a passion for protecting and improving our community as well as our legal system. I desire the opportunity to revitalize the Magistrate Court system, and I would appreciate your vote on July 31.]]> http://www.electthompson.com/electthompson/feed/ 0 Elect Jason B. Thompson http://www.electthompson.com/elect-jason-thompson-for-magistrate-judge/ http://www.electthompson.com/elect-jason-thompson-for-magistrate-judge/#comments Mon, 26 Dec 2011 22:57:48 +0000 Jason http://localhost/electthompson/?p=15 http://www.electthompson.com/elect-jason-thompson-for-magistrate-judge/feed/ 0