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Terry Clark Burton (born January 31, 1956) is an American politician. He is a Republican and former Senator, representing District 31. He also served as President Pro Tempore. He was arrested for drunk driving and did not file for reelection to the Senate.

Early life

Terry Clark Burton was born on January 31, 1956, in Philadelphia, Mississippi.

Career

Burton serves as a Republican member of the Mississippi State Senate, representing District 31, which includes parts of Lauderdale County, Newton County, Scott County, Mississippi. Since January 2016, he has also served as President Pro Tempore of the Mississippi Senate. In February 2015, he proposed a bill to lower the concealed carry fees in Mississippi from $100 to $80.

Burton is a York Rite Mason and a Shriner.

On December 19, 2018, Burton was arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence for the third time in less than 5 years. He stated he would remain as the Mississippi State Senate President Pro Tempore. However, he resigned from his role and stated he would retire at the end of the year.

Personal life

Burton is married to Darleen Allday, with whom he has two children. They reside in Newton, Mississippi. He is a member of the United Methodist Church.

References

1. ^ "Terry C. Burton". Mississippi State Senate. Retrieved January 30, 2016.
2. Gunter, Nick (January 8, 2016). "Senator Terry C. Burton Discusses New Role in Senate". WTOK-TV. Retrieved January 30, 2016.
3. Pender, Geoff; Gates, Jimmie E. (February 5, 2015). "Legislature passes first 'killing deadline'". The Clarion Ledger. Retrieved January 30, 2016.
4. Emily Wagster Pettus (December 21, 2018). "Mississippi lawmaker apologizes for being 'embarrassment' after his latest DUI arrest". The Clarion Ledger. Associated Press. Retrieved December 21, 2018.
5. Bologna, Giacomo. "Following 3rd DUI arrest, Terry Burton resigning from leadership, won't seek re-election". The Clarion-Ledger. Retrieved October 16, 2020.

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