Justice, Supreme Court of Georgia

Nine justices are chosen in statewide nonpartisan elections for six-year terms; midterm vacancies are filled by gubernatorial appointment, appointees then standing in the next nonpartisan election.

Current officeholder

Nels Peterson

In office since Jan 2017 · Term ends Dec 2030

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    Data as of July 18, 2026.