Mike Jacobs (Georgia politician)

Mike Jacobs (born May 15, 1975) is an American trial judge and former Republican politician from Georgia.

In 2014, he defeated Catherine Bernard in the Republican Primary, 75-25%, and had no opponent in the November election.

He also served on the Transportation, Insurance, Juvenile Justice, and Budget and Fiscal Affairs Oversight committees.

According to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, although Jacobs "was best known locally for drafting legislation creating the city of Brookhaven, he also staked out a reputation statewide as an advocate for LGBT rights.

He sponsored legislation forcing the state to develop an anti-bullying policy after the suicide of an 11-year-old who was attacked by homophobic slurs.