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Michael is married to Ashley and has 2 children, He graduated with a bachelor's degree in business and economics from NC State University and law degree from Wake Forest University Law School. 

Michael is an attorney. He has served as an Odell firefighter and currently sits on the Board of Directors for the Odell Fire Rescue Department.

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Michael G. Knox is currently the district court judge for Caburrus County. He was elected in 2020 and is serving his first term. Michael was also a district court judge from 2000 to 2010. He ran in 2010 and 2018, but did not win. 

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Believes legal experience should balance facts with the law for fair decisions. As a District Court Judge, presided over thousands of cases, ensuring impartiality.

"Presided over thousands of criminal, civil and juvenile cases, balancing the facts of the case with the law to reach a fair and impartial decision."

- "Presided over thousands of criminal, civil and juvenile cases, balancing the facts of the case with the law to reach a fair and impartial decision."

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As of June 14, 2024, Michael G. Knox’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Judicial Administration

Judicial Philosophy

Believes in active community involvement through volunteer work and participation in local organizations. Supports serving on boards and engaging in community activities like performing arts and local events.

Believes in active community involvement through volunteer work and participation in local organizations, and supports serving on boards and engaging in community activities like performing arts and local events.

- Believes in active community involvement through volunteer work and participation in local organizations, and supports serving on boards and engaging in community activities like performing arts and local events.

Community Involvement

Michael G. Knox

- 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.

District Court Judge, Seat 06

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