2024 NC General Election

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Robert is from the Keener area and graduated from Hobbton High School. He received his bachelor's degree in trust and wealth management from Campbell University. He also received his law degree from Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law. 

Robert currently works as a private practice attorney at his law firm. He previously worked as an assistant district attorney for the Harnett County District Attorney's office, and he was also a partner at Salmon & Gilmore, LLP. 

Robert H. Gilmore currently serves as a district court judge in Judicial District 5. He was first appointed in 2020 and is serving his first term. 

Gilmore looks to give courts back to the people as new District Judge

Has experience as a trial attorney, specializing in driving under the influence (DUI), traffic offenses, and general civil cases.

Previously worked as an assistant district attorney under the Harnett County District Attorney's office as a felony prosecutor, prosecuting civil and criminal actions under state law and presented cases before grand juries.

- Has experience as a trial attorney, specializing in driving under the influence (DUI), traffic offenses, and general civil cases.
- Previously worked as an assistant district attorney under the Harnett County District Attorney's office as a felony prosecutor, prosecuting civil and criminal actions under state law and presented cases before grand juries.

Legal Experience

As of June 14, 2024, Robert H. Gilmore did not have a website or any information online.

Ethics & Conduct

Said, "I will welcome the public to come watch court and hold any official accountable for their decisions."

Said, "I will work to resolve cases efficiently, and help clear the backlog, which sets me apart in this election."

- Said, "I will welcome the public to come watch court and hold any official accountable for their decisions."
- Said, "I will work to resolve cases efficiently, and help clear the backlog, which sets me apart in this election."

Judicial Administration

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Said, "The courtroom belongs to the people, not the judges. The reason our founding fathers created an open court system was to allow public scrutiny and keep officials honest. I hope to see observers in the courtroom regularly when any court is open."

Said, "I will uphold the Constitution as it is written and ensure fairness is in every facet of the courtroom"

Said, "The reason our founding fathers created an open court system was to allow public scrutiny and keep officials honest."

- Said, "The courtroom belongs to the people, not the judges. The reason our founding fathers created an open court system was to allow public scrutiny and keep officials honest. I hope to see observers in the courtroom regularly when any court is open."
- Said, "I will uphold the Constitution as it is written and ensure fairness is in every facet of the courtroom"
- Said, "The reason our founding fathers created an open court system was to allow public scrutiny and keep officials honest."

Judicial Philosophy

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Robert H. Gilmore

- 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 05

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