The Red and Black, Elisa Zarate appointed Athens-Clarke County Interim Clerk of Courts

As of August 28, 2023, Elisa Zarate’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Wants to provide online digital access to all land records for Clarke County and to have them indexed according to statewide standards such that anyone looking for real estate deeds, liens and plats can easily access them online.

Plans to work towards improving the accuracy and integrity of data.

- Wants to provide online digital access to all land records for Clarke County and to have them indexed according to statewide standards such that anyone looking for real estate deeds, liens and plats can easily access them online.
- Plans to work towards improving the accuracy and integrity of data.

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WGAU Radio, Candidate kicks off campaign for Clerk of Court

As of August 28, 2023, Andrew Griffeth’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Advocates for new technological upgrades to streamline processes, reduce wait times, and provide a more efficient experience for all.

Stated, "I understand that dealing with the court system can be tedious. If elected, I will ensure we continue to explore and implement new technology to make interactions with our office as convenient as possible for all."

Said, "My top priority is to ensure the people of Athens-Clarke County are served with excellence and our records are preserved with the highest integrity. ... I know firsthand what is required to provide members of the community and legal system with customer service that is efficient, collaborative and professional. If elected, every person who comes into our office will be treated with the respect and dignity they deserve.”

- Advocates for new technological upgrades to streamline processes, reduce wait times, and provide a more efficient experience for all.
- Stated, "I understand that dealing with the court system can be tedious. If elected, I will ensure we continue to explore and implement new technology to make interactions with our office as convenient as possible for all."
- Said, "My top priority is to ensure the people of Athens-Clarke County are served with excellence and our records are preserved with the highest integrity. ... I know firsthand what is required to provide members of the community and legal system with customer service that is efficient, collaborative and professional. If elected, every person who comes into our office will be treated with the respect and dignity they deserve.”

Andrew Griffeth

The Superior Court Clerk is the official record keeper and legal administrator of the county, as they are responsible for receiving and maintaining criminal and civil court filings. They also manage the county’s land and property records. Their duties are numerous and include administrative tasks, like accounting and administering oaths, and judicial, like maintaining legal records. They can also potentially fill in for other roles, such as State Court Clerk and Passport Acceptance Agents.