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J.D., Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law - 2000
Bachelor's degree, Campbell University

Judge Travis N. Wheeler - Professional Background & Legal ...

Travis Wheel er is a Johnston County native and is based in Smithfield, North Carolina. He earned a bachelor's degree from Campbell University and a law degree from Campbell University's Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law.

The 11th Judicial District includes Harnett, Johnston, and Lee Counties.

Prior to his election, Wheeler managed his own private practice, the Law Office of Travis N. Wheeler.

He received a bachelor’s degree from Campbell University.

Before taking the bench, Travis operated his own private law practice in Smithfield for more than two decades, handling criminal and other matters. He has been active in law-enforcement training — teaching defensive tactics to law-enforcement instructors and helping familiarize officers with court-testimony procedures. 

The Hon. Travis N. Wheeler is a judge for the 11th Judicial District Court of North Carolina in Lee County. He was elected to the bench in 2022.

Travis currently serves as the incumbent District Court judge for Judicial District 12. He was first elected in 2022 and is serving his first term. 

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Previously, as an attorney in private practice for more than two decades, researched, drafted, and filed legal documents and provided legal advice to clients.

As a state district court judge for over 3 years, oversees all felony, probate, and civil cases, authorizes naturalization and divorce proceedings, and exercises authority to review and correct the rulings of lower courts.

As of January 5, 2026, Travis N. Wheeler did not have a website or any information online.

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Travis N. Wheeler

As of January 5, 2026, Travis N. Wheeler’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Travis is from Smithfield, North Carolina. He attended Smithfield-Selma Senior High School. He has a bachelor’s degree from Campbell University and a law degree (Juris Doctor) from Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law.

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Travis is a judge. He works at the 11th Judicial District Court of North Carolina in Lee County, where he has been since 2022. He previously managed his own private law practice at the Law Office of Travis N. Wheeler.

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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. 

Judge who handles majority of trial level cases.