Marietta Daily Journal, Roswell municipal judge candidates talk respect and platform goals

Believes the court should remain nonpartisan

- Believes the court should remain nonpartisan

Ethics & Conduct

Worked as an attorney for 20 years prior to serving as a judge for 12 years.

- Worked as an attorney for 20 years prior to serving as a judge for 12 years.

Legal Experience

As of August 29, 2023, Brian Hansford’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Judicial Philosophy

Judicial Administration

Believes that youth mental health is a problem in the community.

- Believes that youth mental health is a problem in the community.

Community Involvement

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Brian Hansford

- Municipal Court Judges hear cases on traffic violations and local ordinance violations, such as building code violations or animal control issues. 
- Municipal Court Judges can issue warrants and handle disputes on nuisances. In some cities Municipal Court Judges hear some misdemeanors like shoplifting and marijuana possession. 
- Jurisdiction and selection of municipal court judges vary per city. Some Municipal Court Judges are appointed by the Mayor or City Council while others are elected. 

City Judges who hear cases on traffic citations and city ordinance violations and other misdemeanors