Lanning,Christopher_CCDR_06-30-2021

Lanning,Christoper_CCDR_01-31-2021

Lanning,Christopher_CCDR_12-31-2021

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

Metzger,Makia_CCDR_01-31-2021

Metzger,Makia_CCDR_12-31-21

As of March 17, 2022, Makia Metzger’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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.