Stewart holds multiple degrees including an Executive Juris Doctor of Law, a Ph.D. in Management, and advanced degrees in criminal justice and public administration. He has over 25 years of law enforcement experience across military, local, state, and federal agencies, maintaining a Top Secret Security Clearance. He has also completed magistrate-specific legal education and is POST-certified as a peace officer in Georgia.
You can participate by volunteering for canvassing, voter registration, election day get-out-the-vote efforts, or helping with communications. The campaign also hosts community forums and town hall meetings where you can engage directly. Visit the website to sign up for volunteer opportunities or RSVP for upcoming events.
The campaign focuses on delivering fair, impartial justice; ensuring accountability and transparency in the Magistrate Court; maintaining respectful treatment of all court participants; and fostering community trust and accessibility.
The campaign is based in Forsyth and serves all of Monroe County, Georgia, including communities like Bolingbroke, Smarr, Juliette, and Culloden. Events such as town halls and forums are held throughout the county to engage voters face-to-face.
The campaign uses town hall meetings, community forums, online messaging tools, and surveys to maintain open communication. It also provides voter information, endorsement requests, and event RSVPs on its website to make participation accessible and transparent.
Yes, the campaign accepts donations through digital platforms including options like Cash App. The website provides secure channels for financial contributions to support campaign activities.
Stewart's unique combination of extensive multi-jurisdictional law enforcement experience, advanced academic credentials, and active community involvement sets him apart. His leadership roles in public safety education and sustained trust from federal agencies distinguish his comprehensive readiness to serve.
Stewart aims to modernize court processes, improve efficiency, and increase community outreach and education about court functions. He emphasizes fairness, accountability, and respectful treatment to build public trust in the justice system.
Stewart actively participates in LifeLine Ministries, American Legion Post #569, Towaliga Soil and Water Conservation District, Bolingbroke Community Club, Kiwanis Club of Monroe County, and serves on a Georgia college board of trustees, reflecting his deep local commitment.
The campaign website provides tailored voter information for Monroe County residents, including registration details, polling locations, election dates, and instructions to ensure you are prepared to vote in the 2028 General Election.
Yes, the campaign regularly hosts town hall meetings and community forums where voters can engage in dialogue with Stewart, ask questions, and learn more about his judicial vision and priorities.
Stewart commits to impartial and fair decision-making based on facts and the law. He emphasizes treating every person with dignity and respect, ensuring consistency and transparency in judicial processes.
Updates are shared through social media campaigns, targeted mailers, the campaign website, and community events. Supporters can also sign up for newsletters and follow the campaign's online channels for real-time information.
The campaign highlights endorsements from local community leaders and civic organizations to reinforce Stewart's credibility and alignment with Monroe County values. Endorsement information is available on the campaign website.
Key Terms Guide
Plain-language definitions that make court and election terms easier.
Magistrate Court
Magistrate Court is the local court that handles small claims, landlord and tenant disputes, minor criminal matters, and some warrant and bond hearings. It is often a person's first point of contact with the justice system in our county.
Chief Magistrate Judge
The Chief Magistrate Judge leads the Magistrate Court, oversees other magistrates, sets court procedures, and helps ensure cases are handled fairly, efficiently, and respectfully. This is the office Stewart is seeking in the upcoming election.
Small Claims Case
A small claims case is a civil dispute where one person or business says another owes them money up to a set dollar limit under Georgia law. These cases are handled in Magistrate Court without requiring an attorney, which keeps the process more accessible.
Probable Cause Hearing
A probable cause hearing is a court session where the judge decides whether there is enough evidence to move a criminal charge forward. It does not decide guilt or innocence, it simply checks that the case is strong enough to continue in the court system.
Voter Registration
Voter registration is the process of adding your name, address, and other required information to the official list of eligible voters. You must be properly registered by the legal deadline in order to cast a ballot in the Chief Magistrate Judge election.
Absentee And Advance Voting
Absentee and advance voting allow eligible voters to cast a ballot before Election Day, either by mail or in person during set early voting periods. These options give residents who have work, travel, health, or caregiving obligations more flexibility to participate.