Trellis, Judge Gene Johnson

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Gene earned his law degree at Campbell University after completing pre-law at Appalachian State University. Gene lives in Henderson with his partner and he has 2 children. 

Gene previously owned and operated Johnson Law Firm. 

Gene Johnson is currently a District Court Judge serving Judicial District 42. He was first elected in 2020 and is serving his first term.

Was admitted to practice law in North Carolina in 1988 as well as the United States District Court for the Western District of North Carolina.

- Was admitted to practice law in North Carolina in 1988 as well as the United States District Court for the Western District of North Carolina.

Legal Experience

As of June 4, 2025, Gene Johnson did not have a website or any information online.

Ethics & Conduct

Judicial Administration

Said, “I am a constitutionalist, meaning that I believe in following the United States Constitution, the North Carolina Constitution and the laws as they were written and as they were originally intended. I believe in the rule of law; I do not believe that judges should legislate from the bench. I will follow the rule of law and apply the applicable law to the credible facts to reach a fair, equitable, and unbiased decision — free from political influence.”

- Said, “I am a constitutionalist, meaning that I believe in following the United States Constitution, the North Carolina Constitution and the laws as they were written and as they were originally intended. I believe in the rule of law; I do not believe that judges should legislate from the bench. I will follow the rule of law and apply the applicable law to the credible facts to reach a fair, equitable, and unbiased decision — free from political influence.”

Judicial Philosophy

Community Involvement

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Gene Johnson

- 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. 

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