Delivering Results for Putnam County
Jennifer Wilkerson has delivered practical, results driven improvements to the Circuit Court Clerk’s Office with a focus on efficiency, transparency, and responsible use of taxpayer dollars.
Modernizing the Clerk’s Office
Jennifer Wilkerson has delivered meaningful improvements to how the court system serves citizens, attorneys, jurors, and law enforcement.
Jennifer has worked to:
• Secure grant funding to equip courtrooms with modern technology
• Enable remote testimony and electronic evidence presentation
• Reduce inmate transport, saving taxpayer money
• Improve courtroom efficiency through smart technology investments
Trusted Leadership, Proven Results
Jennifer Wilkerson works closely with local leaders to ensure the court system serves Putnam County efficiently, responsibly, and with integrity.
As Circuit Court Clerk, Jennifer has built strong working relationships with county and municipal leadership, law enforcement, and court officials. These partnerships help ensure that improvements made inside the Clerk’s Office align with the real needs of the community and the people it serves.
Her leadership is grounded in collaboration, accountability, and a deep understanding of how decisions at the local level impact citizens, taxpayers, and public safety. Jennifer’s record reflects steady leadership, thoughtful problem solving, and a commitment to doing the job right.
Why It Matters
The Circuit Court Clerk’s Office touches thousands of lives each year. When systems are outdated or inefficient, the cost is paid by taxpayers, jurors, law enforcement, and families navigating the court system.
Jennifer Wilkerson focused on fixing what was slowing the system down and strengthening what serves people best. By modernizing court operations, she helped reduce unnecessary delays, improve communication, and ensure public resources are used wisely.
Her work has helped:
• Save taxpayer money by reducing inmate transport and operational costs
• Respect jurors’ time through better scheduling and communication
• Improve courtroom efficiency for judges, attorneys, and law enforcement
• Increase access to justice through reliable, modern technology
These improvements are not abstract upgrades. They are practical changes that make the justice system work better for real people, every day.
Your support helps ensure this progress continues.
Accomplishments While in Office
Jennifer Wilkerson has delivered practical, results driven improvements to Putnam County’s court system, focused on efficiency, access, transparency, and responsible use of taxpayer dollars.
☆ Proven Fiscal Responsibility ☆
Operated and maintained fiscally conservative budgets while protecting court services.
☆ Eliminated Wasteful Spending ☆
Identified inefficiencies and reduced unnecessary costs to maximize taxpayer dollars.
☆ Smarter, More Efficient Courts ☆
Streamlined operations through technology, improving efficiency and lowering long-term operational costs.
☆ Keeping Taxes Low ☆
Implemented programs that increased local revenue, helping reduce reliance on tax dollars.
☆ Trusted Stewardship ☆
Eight years of clean audits reflecting accountability, transparency, and sound fiscal management.
☆ Reduced Missed Court Appearances ☆
Implemented automated court date reminders that significantly reduce missed appearances and unnecessary warrants.
☆ Improved Juror Communication ☆
Implemented modern communication systems to keep jurors informed through timely text updates, replacing outdated nightly hotline systems.
☆ Expanded Driver’s License Assistance ☆
Trained multiple staff members as driver’s license specialists to help eligible individuals involved in the court system regain driving privileges.
☆ Modern Courtroom Access ☆
Integrated courtroom technology that allows witnesses to testify remotely during proceedings when appropriate, improving access while reducing logistical burdens.
☆ Increased Public Access to Court Services ☆
Improved how citizens, attorneys, and court staff interact with the court system by modernizing communication and information access.
☆ Law Enforcement Support ☆
Implemented electronic warrant systems that streamline processes and improve efficiency for law enforcement and the courts.
