Our district court touches every population in Alamance County – if you, a friend, or a relative have had a traffic ticket, a divorce, or a landlord/tenant dispute, then you or someone you know has dealt with the district court system. The district court also serves our most vulnerable: abused and neglected children, parents who are working to build a more stable and safe home for their families, people in the midst of mental health crises, victims of domestic violence, and juvenile offenders.
Given the nature and number of cases heard in district court, it is vital that district court judges resolve disputes through hard work, efficiency, equity, and empathy. I bring these principles with me to the bench every time I preside in district court because the people of Alamance County deserve nothing less.
As a judge, an attorney, and a citizen, I’ve seen and understand firsthand the impacts that our district courts have on people’s lives. As an advocate for quality mental healthcare, I’ve witnessed how prompt and adequate treatment can avoid dire consequences and improve outcomes, setting people on a pathway to success. I’m committed—personally and professionally—to minimizing harm in our communities and maximizing help in our courtrooms.
It is an incomparable privilege to serve you as a district court judge, and I hope you’ll do me the honor of voting to keep me on the bench this November.