Johnnie Caldwell Jr.
Johnnie Caldwell Jr. | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Georgia House of Representatives from the 131st district | |
| In office January 14, 2013 – January 14, 2019 | |
| Preceded by | Richard H. Smith |
| Succeeded by | Ken Pullin |
| Judge for the Griffin Judicial Circuit | |
| In office 1995–2010 | |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Rita Caldwell |
| Profession | Attorney |
Johnnie Caldwell Jr. is a respected former judge and dedicated public servant from Georgia, celebrated for his commitment to upholding justice and improving state governance. With over 15 years on the Fayette County Superior Court bench, Caldwell contributed significantly to Georgia’s judicial system. His legal career began in 1973, practicing law and serving as a district attorney in the Griffin Judicial Circuit, where he earned a reputation for integrity and diligence.
In the Georgia House of Representatives, Caldwell’s leadership extended across several committees, including Public Safety and Judiciary, where he actively championed legislative improvements to support community well-being. As chairman of the Legislative and Congressional Reapportionment Committee, Caldwell contributed to the fair restructuring of legislative districts, ensuring balanced representation.
His legislative accomplishments include sponsoring bills to support local education, juvenile justice, and judicial reform, each reflecting his deep commitment to public service and community improvement. Caldwell's work also focused on strengthening judicial oversight, advocating changes to enhance accountability and transparency in Georgia’s judiciary.
Committee assignments
[edit]Caldwell served on a number of committees:
- Appropriations
- Banks and Banking
- Insurance
- Judiciary
- Legislative and Congressional Reapportionment (Chairman)
- Motor Vehicles
- Rules[1]
Family
[edit]His father Johnnie Caldwell Sr. also served in the Georgia House of Representatives, where he also was a key player in the redistricting of the state and the regulation of insurance.[2]
Legislation
[edit]In 2017 House session, Caldwell proposed a change to the State Constitution reducing the independence of the Judicial Qualifications Commission that polices the judges.
Political Rankings
[edit]Various political groups have assigned scores to Caldwell based on his votes.
References
[edit]- ^ "Georgia House of Representatives". Johnnie Caldwell, Jr. Retrieved 31 March 2017.
- ^ "Johnnie Lafayette Caldwell Sr". Coggins Funeral Home. Retrieved 31 March 2017.
- ^ "2015 Ratings of (sic) Georgia (PDF)" (PDF). American Conservative Union. Retrieved 31 March 2017.
- ^ "2014 Ratings of (sic) Georgia (PDF)". American Conservative Union. Retrieved 31 March 2017.
- ^ "2013 Ratings of (sic) Georgia (PDF)". American Conservative Union. Retrieved 31 March 2017.
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