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Ballotpedia, John W. Davis (North Carolina)

Martindale, Judge Profile: Judge John W. Davis

John earned his bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and his law degree from the Wake Forest University School of Law. He lives in Louisburg. 

John previously worked as an attorney at Davis, Sturges & Tomlinson. 

John W. Davis currently serves as a District Court Judge in Judicial District 9. He was first elected in 2004 and is serving his fifth term. 

Has 10 years of experience in private practice and 20 years of experience as a judge.

- Has 10 years of experience in private practice and 20 years of experience as a judge.

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As of June 14, 2024, John W. Davis did not have a website or any information online.

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John W. Davis

- 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. 

Judge who handles majority of trial level cases.

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