Robert K. Corbin
Robert Corbin | |
|---|---|
| Attorney General of Arizona | |
| In office 1979–1991 | |
| Preceded by | Jack LaSota |
| Succeeded by | Grant Woods |
| Personal details | |
| Born | November 17, 1928 Worthington, Indiana |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Lori Klein Corbin |
| Alma mater | Indiana University |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Branch/service |  United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1946 |
Robert K. Corbin is an American lawyer and politician from the state of Arizona who formerly served as Attorney General of Arizona. He later served as president of the National Rifle Association from 1992 until 1993.[1]
Early life and education
Corbin grew up in Indiana and is married to Republican National Committee woman Lori Klein Corbin. [2]
Career
Corbin started working as a Maricopa Deputy County Attorney in 1958. He was elected Maricopa County Attorney in 1964 and served one term. He was elected to the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors in 1972, and Attorney General in November of 1978 and served until his retirement in January of 1991, holding that office longer than any other elected official.
Attorney General
Corbin prosecuted Republican Governor Evan Mecham for misusing campaign contributions. Charges were dismissed after Mecham was impeached. In 1987, Corbin indicted former congressman Sam Steiger for extorting a member of the parole board. Steiger was convicted but it was overturned on appeal.[1]
References
- ^ a b DEAN, PAUL (May 18, 1994). "The Straight Shooter : Retiring NRA Chief Bob Corbin Led as He Lives: No Compromises and Never Surrender" – via LA Times.
- ^ "National Committeewoman Lori Klein Corbin - GOP". GOP.com.
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