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Cindy is from Scotland County. She earned her bachelor's degree in industrial relations from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, and her law degree from the University of North Carolina's School of Law. She is married with 4 children and 2 grandchildren, and enjoys gardening.

Cindy worked initially in private practice before transitioning to public service. She has been assistant district attorney for over 23 years. Additionally, she has experience as an appeals referee with the Division of Employment Security.

Cindy Kenney is currently a district court judge. She was elected in 2022, and is serving her first term.

Candidate website

The candidate's website says, "Senior Assistant Attorney Durham County representing the Department of Social Services in Child Abuse and Dependency Court."

Has worked as the senior assistant attorney  in Durham County representing the Department of Social Services in Child Abuse and Dependency Court.

The candidate's website says, "Senior Assistant District Attorney, Child Abuse/Sexual Assaults/Homicides for Durham County"

Has worked as the senior assistant district attorney working in child abuse, sexual assaults, and homicides for Durham County.

The candidate's website says, "Assistant District Attorney and Felony Child Abuse Prosecutor for Wake County"

Has worked as a felony child abuse prosecutor for Wake County.

Has experience in both private and public practice, presiding over 1000 civil hearings and working for 23 years as a prosecutor.

- Has worked as the senior assistant attorney  in Durham County representing the Department of Social Services in Child Abuse and Dependency Court.
- Has worked as the senior assistant district attorney working in child abuse, sexual assaults, and homicides for Durham County.
- Has worked as a felony child abuse prosecutor for Wake County.
- Has experience in both private and public practice, presiding over 1000 civil hearings and working for 23 years as a prosecutor.

Legal Experience

Opposes accepting contributions from corporations, labor organizations, federally registered lobbyists, or foreign agents. Believes in transparency by collecting and reporting contributor information as required by state law.

Opposes accepting contributions from corporations, labor organizations, federally registered lobbyists, or foreign agents, and believes in transparency by collecting and reporting contributor information as required by state law.

- Opposes accepting contributions from corporations, labor organizations, federally registered lobbyists, or foreign agents, and believes in transparency by collecting and reporting contributor information as required by state law.

Ethics & Conduct

As of June 14, 2024, Cindy Kenney’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Judicial Administration

Judicial Philosophy

Believes in active community involvement through professional and civic committees, faith-based activities, and supporting local organizations. Said, "I am most proud of my husband's and my support of the North Carolina Vietnam Veterans and Special Olympics programs."

Believes in active community involvement through professional and civic committees, faith-based activities, and supporting local organizations, saying, "I am most proud of my husband's and my support of the North Carolina Vietnam Veterans and Special Olympics programs."

Believes in community involvement through volunteer work, including roles as a Sunday School teacher, Reader, and Nursery Volunteer.

The candidate's website says, "Durham County Human Trafficking Task Force Member"

Has been a Durham County Human Trafficking Task Force Member.

The candidate's website says, "NC Vietnam Veteran Volunteer"

The candidate's website says, "Wake County Child Sexual Abuse Multidisciplinary Team Member"

Has been a Wake County Child Sexual Abuse multidisciplinary team member.

- Believes in active community involvement through professional and civic committees, faith-based activities, and supporting local organizations, saying, "I am most proud of my husband's and my support of the North Carolina Vietnam Veterans and Special Olympics programs."
- Believes in community involvement through volunteer work, including roles as a Sunday School teacher, Reader, and Nursery Volunteer.
- Has been a Durham County Human Trafficking Task Force Member.
- Has been a NC Vietnam Veteran volunteer.
- Has been a Wake County Child Sexual Abuse multidisciplinary team member.

Community Involvement

Cindy Kenney

Cindy Kenney hails from Scotland County and is the youngest of six children. She completed her education at UNC-Chapel Hill. Cindy is married with four children and two grandchildren, and enjoys gardening, cooking, and baking with her family and friends.

Cindy Kenney began her career in Raleigh, working initially in private practice before transitioning to public service. She has served over 23 years as an Assistant District Attorney, prosecuting a wide range of crimes and litigating in various courts. Additionally, she has experience as an Appeals Referee with the Division of Employment Security. In November 2022, she was elected as a NC District Court Judge.

Cindy Kenney was elected as a NC District Court Judge in November 2022, receiving a majority of the District voters' support. Details on any appointments, committees, or previous runs for office are not provided in the information given.

Believes legal experience should focus on protecting and improving community lives. As a District Court Judge, continues to bring integrity and fairness.

The candidate's website says, "Appointed District Court Judge July 2022"

The candidate's website says, "Director of Business and Legal Affairs for DFI, Inc"

The candidate's website says, "I am making this contribution with my own personal credit card and not with a corporate or business credit card or a card issued to another person"

The candidate's website says, "Special Olympics of North Carolina Volunteer"

The candidate's website says, "North Carolina Governor's Task Force on Child Abuse Team Member"

- District Court judges hear civil, criminal, and juvenile cases. Civil cases dealing with divorce, child custody, and child support are heard in District Court. 
- Under the District Court, the magistrate can try small claims cases ($10,000 or less), landlord eviction cases, and suits for recovery of personal property. A magistrate is an independent judicial officer, recognized by the North Carolina Constitution as an officer of the district court. 
- District Court Judges are elected for a four-year term. Elections are partisan. 