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Jason E. Ashford is the Chief Assistant District Attorney for Houston County, Georgia, where he is responsible for serious violent felonies and homicides. He has been an adjunct professor since 1998 for Macon State College specializing in Computer Law and taught Government Contracting for several years at Georgia College and State University. He is the author of many articles in academic and practitioner publications, and travels regularly to speak on issues of prosecution ethics and technology.
Prior to becoming a prosecutor, Jason was an active duty officer in the U.S. Air Force, and served as Comptroller and Support Flight Commander for the 5th Combat Communications Group at Robins Air Force Base. While in the 5th, he was responsible for group logistics, civil engineering, supply, equipment issue, and transportation. After serving as an active duty officer, he then joined the Georgia Air National Guard, where he was the Commander of the 116th Security Forces Squadron for the 116th Air Control Wing, heading a 60-person unit.
Ashford holds a Bachelor of Science in economics and a Juris Doctorate, both from Florida State University. He is a former President of the Warner Robins Optimist club, serves as President of the Houston County Bar Association and is active in community and philanthropic organizations. He and his wife Tina enjoy horseback riding, tennis, and outdoor activity. They have one son, Ryan. |
