Jennifer Wells is from Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. She attended Tulane University, where she received a bachelor’s degree, and Campbell University School of Law, where she earned a juris doctor.

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Jennifer Wells has a bachelor's degree in classical studies and Spanish from Tulane University and a law degree from Campbell University School of Law. She lives with her husband in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina.

Jennifer is a District Court Judge. She works at the District Court for Judicial District 1. She previously worked as an Assistant Public Defender with the Office of the First Judicial District Public Defender.

Jennifer is a District Court Judge for Judicial District 1. She previously worked as an Assistant Public Defender with the Office of the First Judicial District Public Defender.

Who is Jennifer Wells? Candidate for District Court Judge in 2026

Jennifer's campaign for District Court Judge in Judicial District 1 is her first run for public office.

As an assistant public defender in District 1, Wells provides legal defense services in criminal cases.

As an assistant public defender in District 1, provided legal defense services in criminal cases.

- As an assistant public defender in District 1, provided legal defense services in criminal cases.

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- 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. 