Judge G. Galen Braddy: Professional Background and Legal Expertise

G. Galen earned his bachelor's degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He received his J.D. from North Carolina Central University School of Law in 1992. 

G. Galen is a judge for the 3A Judicial District Court of North Carolina. Prior to holding this position, he worked as an attorney in private practice. 

G. Galen Braddy is currently a judge for the 3A Judicial District Court of North Carolina. He was originally appointed by former Governor Jim Hunt in January of 2000.  

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G. Galen Braddy

- 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. 