Magistrate

In Fayette county, the main role of the Magistrate is to conduct marriages.

You will see this race on your ballot if you are registered as a Democrat and live in Magistrate District 3. View Magistrate Districts here.

Chrysanthia Carr Seals won this race and will run in the general election this November.

Candidates in the race are: Chrysanthia Carr Seals / Cocanut Mohammed Suhail

District 3

Chrysanthia Carr Seals

Chrysanthia Carr Seals served as the District 3 County Commissioner from 2019-2023.

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  • Teacher; EEOC Consultant and Trainer; Adjunct Professor; Business Owner; Pastor (UMC);

  • I have served as Magistrate for 12+ years. This position’s purpose is to officiate marriage vows. I’ve been married for 44 years, thus I understand marriage and welcome couples into the institution. I perform marriage ceremonies for those who are faith oriented and who are not. Same gender is welcomed.

    I offer premarital counseling, have a Masters of Divinity Degree and a certification in marriage counseling. I also have a Juris Doctor’s Degree and a Masters of Public Affairs.

  • To officiate marriage vows and to help to make couples feel secure, happy and satisfied with the services I provide.

    To be supportive and helpful so that couples will feel comfortable and special on their special day.

    To help couples to understand their life together going forward and to offer services if requested.

  • All of the named priorities.

  • Be available, open, straightforward and visible.

 

Cocanut Mohammed Suhail

Cocanut Mohammed Suhail is a pharmacist and this is his first run for office.

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  • Pharmacist

  • Advocating for public interest with my educational background.

  • Improve public safety and improve traffic flow.

  • Apply for grants with local, state, and federal agencies to help people in my district feel safe and comfortable. Also work with local, state and federal agencies to improve traffic safety and flow be more efficient.

  • Use social media, media, websites, flyers, and texting options for people to be aware of the changes happening.