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Frank attended Georgia State University School of Law. He is married to Mandy Roberts, and they have two children. He attends Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church.

Frank is a member of the Georgia Bar Association and the Savannah Bar Association.

As of April 13, 2024, Frank Pennington II’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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The candidate's website says, "A dedicated attorney for 20 years, with a proven track record of success, Frank currently serves in the US Attorney’s Office as an Assistant US Attorney and as the Violent Crimes and Anti-Gang Task Force Coordinator."

Serves in the US Attorney’s Office as an Assistant US Attorney and as the Violent Crimes and Anti-Gang Task Force Coordinator. In that role, he has also served as the Violence Against
Women Act, Violent Crime, and Anti-Gang Task Force Coordinators.

The candidate's website says, "Prior to the US Attorney’s Office, Frank was an Assistant District Attorney in Chatham County. There, he served as Deputy Chief ADA and:"

Prior to the US Attorney’s Office, Frank was an Assistant District Attorney in Chatham County. There, he served as Deputy Chief ADA and and as a member of the Major Crimes Division-Special Victims Unit. He also served on the Chatham County Sexual Assault Response Team, the Family Violence Task Force, and Fatality Review Committee. 

- Serves in the US Attorney’s Office as an Assistant US Attorney and as the Violent Crimes and Anti-Gang Task Force Coordinator. In that role, he has also served as the Violence Against
Women Act, Violent Crime, and Anti-Gang Task Force Coordinators.
- Prior to the US Attorney’s Office, Frank was an Assistant District Attorney in Chatham County. There, he served as Deputy Chief ADA and and as a member of the Major Crimes Division-Special Victims Unit. He also served on the Chatham County Sexual Assault Response Team, the Family Violence Task Force, and Fatality Review Committee. 

Legal Experience

The candidate's website says, "Georgia law requires political committees to report the name, mailing address, occupation and employer for each individual whose contributions aggregate in excess of $100 in a calendar year."

As of March 19, 2024, Frank Pennington II’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Vowed to address the backlog in Chatham County Court.

- Vowed to address the backlog in Chatham County Court.

Judicial Administration

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Said, "As a candidate for judge in Chatham County, Georgia, I am committed to upholding the laws in a way that ensures justice is served fairly and impartially."

Says "No matter what zip code you live in, or how much money you have, and whether you are a victim or an accused – my courtroom will be a place of fairness"

- Says "No matter what zip code you live in, or how much money you have, and whether you are a victim or an accused – my courtroom will be a place of fairness"

Judicial Philosophy

Said, "commitment to working for the public good is what drives me to run for Chatham County Superior Court Judge."

The candidate's website says, "As a lifelong Savannahian and a graduate of Herschel V. Jenkins High School, Frank has focused on creating a better life for all citizens in Chatham County throughout his career."

The candidate's website says, "Join our team and help us make a difference in your community."

Said, "Together, we can make a difference in every neighborhood across Chatham County and ensure that our courts remain a catalyst for the public good!"

The candidate's website says, "By reaching out to the Frank Pennington for Judge campaign, you’ll have the opportunity to learn more about ... volunteer opportunities, and much more. It’s a fantastic chance to get involved in the political process and make your voice heard."

The candidate's website says, "Volunteer soccer coach for Savannah United"

Frank was appointed to the Georgia Sexual Assault Team Expert Committee where he helped write Georgia’s first State Sexual Assault Response Team Guide and create a training curriculum used around the state

The candidate's website says, "Frank is committed to improving the lives of all Georgian crime victims... He has devoted his time outside of the courtroom to training community members, police forces, and other attorneys on issues impacting the judicial system and victims of crime..."

In 2011, the Rape Crisis Center of the Coastal Empire honored Frank with
an advocacy award for his work on sexual assault cases as well as his support and assistance to victims.

The candidate's website says, "Dedicated to Public Service"

Said, "“My commitment to working for the public good is what drives me to run for Chatham County Superior Court Judge.”"

Served on the Corporate Board of the YMCA of Coastal Georgia since 2016 and is a volunteer soccer coach for Savannah United. He is a former Board member for SAFE Shelter of Savannah, a Cub Scout leader, and a member of the Kiwanis Club of Savannah.

- Frank was appointed to the Georgia Sexual Assault Team Expert Committee where he helped write Georgia’s first State Sexual Assault Response Team Guide and create a training curriculum used around the state
- In 2011, the Rape Crisis Center of the Coastal Empire honored Frank with
an advocacy award for his work on sexual assault cases as well as his support and assistance to victims.
- The candidate's website says, "Dedicated to Public Service"
- Served on the Corporate Board of the YMCA of Coastal Georgia since 2016 and is a volunteer soccer coach for Savannah United. He is a former Board member for SAFE Shelter of Savannah, a Cub Scout leader, and a member of the Kiwanis Club of Savannah.

Community Involvement

Frank Pennington II

Frank is married to Mandy Roberts, and they have two children, Grayson and Teagan. He attends Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church.

Frank attended Georgia State University School of Law. He is a member of the Georgia Bar Association and the Savannah Bar Association.

As of April 11, 2024, Frank Pennington II’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Frank currently serves in the US Attorney’s Office as an Assistant US Attorney and as the Violent Crimes and Anti-Gang Task Force Coordinator. In that role, he has also served as the Violence Against
Women Act, Violent Crime, and Anti-Gang Task Force Coordinators.

- Frank currently serves in the US Attorney’s Office as an Assistant US Attorney and as the Violent Crimes and Anti-Gang Task Force Coordinator. In that role, he has also served as the Violence Against
Women Act, Violent Crime, and Anti-Gang Task Force Coordinators.
- Prior to the US Attorney’s Office, Frank was an Assistant District Attorney in Chatham County. There, he served as Deputy Chief ADA and and as a member of the Major Crimes Division-Special Victims Unit. He also served on the Chatham County Sexual Assault Response Team, the Family Violence Task Force, and Fatality Review Committee. 

Frank has served on the Corporate Board of the YMCA of Coastal Georgia since 2016 and is a volunteer soccer coach for Savannah United. He is a former Board member for SAFE Shelter of Savannah, a Cub Scout leader, and a member of the Kiwanis Club of Savannah.

- Frank was appointed to the Georgia Sexual Assault Team Expert Committee where he helped write Georgia’s first State Sexual Assault Response Team Guide and create a training curriculum used around the state
- In 2011, the Rape Crisis Center of the Coastal Empire honored Frank with
an advocacy award for his work on sexual assault cases as well as his support and assistance to victims.
- The candidate's website says, "Dedicated to Public Service"
- Frank has served on the Corporate Board of the YMCA of Coastal Georgia since 2016 and is a volunteer soccer coach for Savannah United. He is a former Board member for SAFE Shelter of Savannah, a Cub Scout leader, and a member of the Kiwanis Club of Savannah.

- Frank currently serves in the US Attorney’s Office as an Assistant US Attorney and as the Violent Crimes and Anti-Gang Task Force Coordinator. In that role, he has also served as the Violence Against
Women Act, Violent Crime, and Anti-Gang Task Force Coordinators.

Frank Pennington II attended Georgia State University for his education. Details about where he lives, his church attendance, and family are not provided based on the given information.

As of April 3, 2024, Frank Pennington II’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- Georgia Superior Court Judges hear a wide range of criminal cases from petty theft and public drunkenness to murder. Some cases in front of the Georgia Superior Court involve the death penalty. 
- On the civil side, Superior Court Judges hear cases on divorce, titles to land, contract disputes, and premises liability. 
- Superior Court Judges are elected by judicial circuit. Each county surrounding Atlanta has its own judicial circuit, while rural judicial districts typically consist of multiple counties.
- Superior Court Judges are elected to four year terms. Elections are nonpartisan. The Governor can appoint Superior Court Judges when vacancies arise. 