Chris is from Acworth, Georgia. Chris attended University of Georgia for his undergrad degree. He then graduated with a law degree from Seton Hall Law School. He lives in Powder Springs with his wife, Erin, and their two children.

Chris is currently Chief Assistant Solicitor General for Cobb County. He previously worked as a prosecutor for the Cobb County District Attorney’s office.

Chris Lanning’s campaign for Newton County Solicitor General is his first entry into politics.

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Said, “Nothing is more important to me than the safety of our children and families in Cobb County”.

Supports increasing funds for mental health programs.

- Said, “Nothing is more important to me than the safety of our children and families in Cobb County”.
- Supports increasing funds for mental health programs.

Public Safety

Wants to see more diversion programs and second chance programs for non-violent offenders.

- Wants to see more diversion programs and second chance programs for non-violent offenders.

Criminal Justice

As Chief Assistant Solicitor, Chris helped establish a Domestic Violence Unit to bring resources to victims of domestic abuse.

- As Chief Assistant Solicitor, Chris helped establish a Domestic Violence Unit to bring resources to victims of domestic abuse.

Victim Assistance

Chris Lanning

Makia was born in Sierra Leone. She attended Georgia State University, and graduated with a degree in political science. Makia also received her law degree from University of Georgia. She lives with her husband, Britt, and their two children in Powder Springs.

Makia currently works as a prosecutor for Paulding County.

Makia Metzger’s campaign for Newton County Solicitor General is her first entry into politics.

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Supports rehabilitative solutions to build a safer community.

- Supports rehabilitative solutions to build a safer community.

Makia Metzger

- The Solicitor General oversees the prosecution of any misdemeanors or minor infractions to Georgia statutes or local laws. Misdemeanors might include driving under the influence, disorderly conduct, or low-level theft. 
- Solicitor Generals have discretion over whether to press charges, whether to seek jail time, or whether to send individuals to a pre-trial diversion program. They also have the power to negotiate plea deals with defendants. 
- In addition to prosecuting cases, the Solicitor General provides advice and counseling to victims of crime.
- Solicitor Generals are elected in county elections to four year terms.

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