Vote Andrew "Andy" Palmer

For

Burke County State Court Solicitor

As a lifelong Burke County resident, I am committed to ensuring that our State Court reflects the values of this community: accountability, fairness, and respect for the law.
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Why This Office Matters?

The Burke County State Court Solicitor is responsible for resolving misdemeanor charges and traffic citations for Burke County citizens, including:
  • DUI Charges
  • License Suspension
  • Simple Battery
  • Family Violence Battery
  • Traffic Citations

These charges negatively impact the lives of Burke County citizens — from victims to the accused. This office requires careful judgment, professional communication, and fair application of the law.

Andy Palmer will ensure fair treatment to victims, defendants, and their families by carefully considering the law and the values of the Burke County community in every case.

Diverse Experience

Every Side of the Courtroom

Andrew “Andy” Palmer has served Burke County’s justice system from every side of the courtroom:

  • Juris Doctorate 2017 - Georgia State Law
  • BA - Augusta State University, 2013 Magna Cum Laude
  • Former Burke County Chief Magistrate Judge
  • Assistant District Attorney
  • City of Waynesboro Prosecutor
  • Private Criminal Defense Attorney
  • Former Waynesboro Police Department Dispatcher

Professional Associations

  • Georgia Bar Association – 2017 – Current
  • Augusta Bar Association – 2017 – Current
  • Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys – 2021

Bar Admissions

  • Georgia – 2017
  • Georgia Court of Appeals – 2018
  • Georgia Supreme Court – 2018
  • U.S Southern District Court of Georgia 2021

His experience as Chief Magistrate Judge provided leadership and innovation in handling cases efficiently and professionally. He understands how the system works from the bench, from prosecution, and from defense — giving him a unique and balanced perspective in every case.

I believe misdemeanor cases should be handled fairly, efficiently, and professionally.

As your Burke County State Court Solicitor, I will treat every person with fairness, dignity, and respect while protecting our community.

Committed

  • I was born in Burke County.
  • I was raised in Burke County.
  • I still live in Burke County.
  • I am a proud Burke County Bear, Class of 2009.
  • It is the community I was born in, raised in, and currently live in.
  • I take pride in my community and have served on local boards and invested in local institutions because I believe justice should reflect the values of the community it serves.

Accountable

Andy believes the Burke County State Court Solicitor should communicate openly with citizens to quickly resolve criminal cases and offer second chances to first time offenders.

The Burke County Solicitor should communicate openly with citizens and quickly resolve criminal cases.

I believe the Burke County Court system should be available and responsive.

  • Professional Communication: Resolve cases fairly and efficiently by communicating directly with victims and defendants, including those representing themselves.

  • Record Restriction & Expungement for First Time Offenders and Drug/Alcohol Related offenses

Andy believes in using restorative justice to protect the interests of victims while offering defendants a second chance to become functioning members of society.

  • Use Accountability Courts and Pre-Trial Intervention to Expand access to record restriction and expungement for first-time offenders and drug/alcohol related offenses

Knowledgeable.

I have the knowledge and experience to quickly and fairly resolve the misdemeanor criminal charges that come through this court.

Having served as a Chief Magistrate Judge, Assistant District Attorney, City Prosecutor, and Criminal Defense Attorney, I bring a complete understanding of how cases should be handled — fairly and in accordance with the law.

Burke County Raised. Burke County Committed.

"I am Knowledgeable. I am Accountable. I am Committed to the Burke County Community. As Solicitor, I will carefully consider the law and the values of this community in every recommendation and every decision. Burke County deserves experienced, balanced, and committed leadership in the State Court Solicitor’s Office."
Andrew "Andy" Palmer
From Burke, For Burke

Community Commitment

  • Founding Board Member of the Burke County YMCA
  • 2009 Graduate of Burke County High School – BC Bear Football
  • Former Rotary Club Member
  • Former Boggs Academy Board Member
  • Peoples Law School 2020
  • Burke County Agriculture & Natural Resources Program Development Team Member
  • Superintendent Selection Committee: Burke County Public Schools
  • 2020 Teacher of the Year Judge: Burke County Public Schools
  • Leadership Burke: Class of 2020

The Burke County Solicitor should consider the lives and customs of Burke County citizens while applying the law fairly in every case.

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Burke County deserves leadership rooted in experience and community values.

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