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Academia: Curriculum Vitae

Rob earned a bachelor's degree in philosophy and economics from the University of North Carolina at Asheville, a master's degree in religious studies from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and a law degree from Drake University Law School.

Iredell Free News: Young announces bid to seek second term as District Court judge in Iredell and Alexander counties

Prior to his election, Rob worked as a privately practicing attorney for five years and as a county government attorney for over 20 years.

Rob Young is currently a District Court Judge serving Judicial District 22A. He was elected in 2020 and is serving his first term.

Has experience in both private and public practice on the state and federal level.

Has experience working as a child welfare attorney and has written two legal treatises in the area of juvenile law.

Earned a law degree from Drake University Law School.

- Has experience in both private and public practice on the state and federal level.
- Has experience working as a child welfare attorney and has written two legal treatises in the area of juvenile law.
- Earned a law degree from Drake University Law School.

Legal Experience

As of June 14, 2024, Rob Young did not have a website or any information online.

Ethics & Conduct

As District Court Judge, set a policy requiring substance abuse assessments.

As District Court Judge, recommended treatment for criminal defendants that had substance abuse issues.

As District Court Judge, has worked to create a drug treatment court.

As District Court Judge, worked to decrease civil case loads.

- As District Court Judge, set a policy requiring substance abuse assessments.
- As District Court Judge, recommended treatment for criminal defendants that had substance abuse issues.
- As District Court Judge, has worked to create a drug treatment court.
- As District Court Judge, worked to decrease civil case loads.

Judicial Administration

Judicial Philosophy

Community Involvement

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Rob Young

- 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 02

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