During her remarks, Wallace’s young daughter, Avery, walked up to the bench and sat on Clerk of Court Vickie Daniel’s lap.

Wallace first daughter to be sworn in as district judge by mother

From the break room to the bench: Chevonne Wallace elected ...

The Hon. Chevonne R. Wallace is a judge for the 16A Judicial District Court of North Carolina. She was elected to the bench in 2018. Prior to her election, Wallace worked as an assistant district attorney with the 16A Judicial District.

Judge Chevonne R. Wallace: Professional Background and Legal Expertise

Chevonne previously worked as an assistant district attorney with the 16A Judicial District.

Judge Chevonne R. Wallace - Professional Background & Legal ...

Office Holder/Candidate Profile
# Chevonne Wallace

Currently holds the office of North Carolina District Court Judge - District 16A, Seat 3 until December 31, 2026.

Candidate for North Carolina District Court Judge - District 21, Seat 3 in 2026 North Carolina General Election.

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ELECTION/APPOINTMENT
2018 - 16A Judicial District Court of North Carolina; 2022 - Re-election

Chevonne currently serves as a North Carolina District Court judge for District 16A, Seat 3. She was elected in 2018 and reelected in 2022.

2026 North Carolina General Election

Serves as a North Carolina District Court judge, presiding over cases within the court's jurisdiction and issuing rulings and orders.

Previously served as an assistant district attorney in the 16A Judicial District, prosecuting state-law cases for the district attorney's office and interviewing victims and witnesses.

- Serves as a North Carolina District Court judge, presiding over cases within the court's jurisdiction and issuing rulings and orders.
- Previously served as an assistant district attorney in the 16A Judicial District, prosecuting state-law cases for the district attorney's office and interviewing victims and witnesses.

Legal Experience

As of January 5, 2026, Chevonne Wallace did not have a website or any information online.

Judicial Administration

Chevonne Wallace said that at some point early in her tenure as an assistant district attorney someone gave her advice on how to conduct a career in law: “Do the right thing, and seek justice always.” Wallace responded: “I think I’ve done that,” she said. “I’ve always treated people with respect.”

From the break room to the bench: Chevonne Wallace elected district court judge

Said she has sought justice and treated people with respect throughout her legal career.

- Said she has sought justice and treated people with respect throughout her legal career.

Judicial Philosophy

Ethics & Conduct

Community Involvement

Chevonne Wallace

As of January 5, 2026, Chevonne Wallace’s website did not contain information on this issue.

During her remarks, Wallace’s young daughter, Avery, walked up to the bench and sat on Clerk of Court Vickie Daniel’s lap. Wallace quipped, “She didn’t have to work nearly as hard as I did to get up here.”

She was elected to the bench in 2018. The 16A Judicial District includes Anson, Richmond, and Scotland Counties. Prior to her election, Wallace worked as an assistant district attorney with the 16A Judicial District. She was admitted to practice in North Carolina in 2009.

The Hon. Chevonne R. Wallace is a judge for the 16A Judicial District Court of North Carolina. She was elected to the bench in 2018.

ELECTION/APPOINTMENT

2018 - 16A Judicial District Court of North Carolina; 2022 - Re-election

Court Info
Current Court: NC - 16A Judicial District Court of North Carolina

Chevonne currently serves as a district court judge for North Carolina’s 16A Judicial District. She was first elected in 2018 and reelected in 2022.

Serves as a district court judge in the 16A Judicial District, presiding over cases within the court's jurisdiction and issuing rulings and orders.

Worked as an assistant district attorney in the 16A Judicial District, prosecuting state-law cases for the district attorney's office.

Spent nine years working in criminal court before focusing on child-custody and child-well-being matters as a judge.

Said she has sought justice and always treated people with respect during her legal career.

Chevonne is a judge for the 16A Judicial District Court of North Carolina. She was elected to the bench in 2018. Before taking the bench, she worked as an assistant district attorney for the 16A Judicial District.

Chevonne is currently a district court judge. She is serving her first term.

As an assistant district attorney in the 16A Judicial District, Wallace prosecuted civil and criminal cases on behalf of the district attorney’s office.

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Buket Urgen

- 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.