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Tonya Corbin was born in Heidelberg, Germany, and spent her formative years in Schweinfurt, Germany. She earned a degree in legal studies from Clayton State University. Tonya and her husband have been residents of Fayette County for seven years, are members of World Changers Church International, and have four adult children, and two grandsons.

Tonya Corbin has a background in law enforcement, serving as a Correctional Officer/Detention Officer for 17 years. She transitioned to the legal field, working at the Douglas County District Attorney’s Office as a Legal Staff Assistant and later as a Crime Victims Advocate. Tonya also served as a paralegal for the Georgia Government Transparency & Campaign Finance Commission. 

Tonya Corbin's campaign for Clerk of Superior Court in Fayette County is her first entry into politics.

As of March 19, 2024, Tonya Corbin’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Said, "Accuracy and efficiency are paramount in our court system... I will uphold the highest standards of integrity and professionalism, ensuring that all paperwork is handled swiftly and accurately... I will also prioritize fairness in every aspect of court administration..."

Said, "Weekend Court Accessibility: Hoping to work alongside the sheriff to open court facilities on some Saturdays, allowing citizens to address court matters such as paperwork filings and Board of Equalization sessions, where tax disputes can be addressed and resolved."

Wants to work alongside the sheriff to open court facilities on some Saturdays, allowing citizens to address court matters such as paperwork filings and Board of Equalization sessions, where tax disputes can be addressed and resolved.

Said, "As your Clerk of Superior Court, I will prioritize education initiatives aimed at empowering individuals... Through collaboration with volunteer attorneys and affordable legal services, I will strive to ensure everyone has access to the guidance they require to understand their rights and responsibilities."

Plans to collaborate with attorneys on civil suits, whether through volunteer work or minimal fee services.

- Said, "Accuracy and efficiency are paramount in our court system... I will uphold the highest standards of integrity and professionalism, ensuring that all paperwork is handled swiftly and accurately... I will also prioritize fairness in every aspect of court administration..."
- Wants to work alongside the sheriff to open court facilities on some Saturdays, allowing citizens to address court matters such as paperwork filings and Board of Equalization sessions, where tax disputes can be addressed and resolved.
- Said, "As your Clerk of Superior Court, I will prioritize education initiatives aimed at empowering individuals... Through collaboration with volunteer attorneys and affordable legal services, I will strive to ensure everyone has access to the guidance they require to understand their rights and responsibilities."
- Plans to collaborate with attorneys on civil suits, whether through volunteer work or minimal fee services.

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Tonya Corbin

Tonya Corbin was born in Heidelberg, Germany, and spent her formative years in Schweinfurt, Germany, as an 'Army brat' before settling in Georgia. She earned a degree in Legal Studies from Clayton State University. Tonya and her husband Dusty have been residents of Fayette County for seven years, are members of World Changers Church International, and have four adult children and two grandsons.

Tonya Corbin has a background in law enforcement, serving as a Correctional Officer/Detention Officer for 17 years. She transitioned to the legal field, working at the Douglas County District Attorney’s Office as a Legal Staff Assistant and later as a Crime Victims Advocate. Tonya also served as a paralegal for the Georgia Government Transparency & Campaign Finance Commission. She is currently a candidate for Fayette County Clerk of Superior Court.

As of May 3, 2024, Tonya Corbin’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Plans to improve court accessibility and community engagement in Fayette County as Clerk of Superior Court, fostering citizen relationships and collaborating with legal professionals and law enforcement to extend service hours and assist with civil filings.

Said, "As a candidate for Clerk of Superior Court, I am committed to serving our community with transparency, dedication, and a genuine passion for improving access to justice... we can achieve positive change and ensure that our court system truly serves the needs of all individuals."

The candidate's website says, "Swift Paperwork Processing: Implementing procedures to expedite paperwork processing, reducing stress for individuals involved in legal proceedings."

Said, "Fellow citizens, I humbly ask for your support and your vote. Together, we can ensure a court system that truly serves the needs of all in our community, guaranteeing fair access to justice for everyone."

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.

Official record keeper and administrator of the county