G. Frank Jones is currently a North Carolina Superior Court judge. He was elected in 2018 and is currently serving his first term.

Jones wins Hockenbury's Superior Court judge seat

G. Frank Jones is currently a North Carolina Superior Court judge. He was elected in 2018 and is currently serving his 1st term.

As an attorney since 1985, has over 33 years of experience with Burney & Jones PLLC.

- As an attorney since 1985, has over 33 years of experience with Burney & Jones PLLC.

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As of January 5, 2026, G. Frank Jones did not have a website or any information online.

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Focuses on preventative measures to address the opioid crisis, including increased drug education in schools and expanded adult mental health services.

- Focuses on preventative measures to address the opioid crisis, including increased drug education in schools and expanded adult mental health services.

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G. Frank Jones

Elected Officials | New Hanover County, NC

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- The Superior Court Judge hears both civil and criminal cases. Superior Court Judges try civil cases involving more than $10,000. Superior Court Judge hear appeals of misdemeanors and infraction cases that were first heard in the District Court,
- They make decisions on bail, meaning a Superior Court Judge could keep a non-dangerous person in jail before they are convicted by setting a high bail.
- In each district (except Wake County), the most senior judge in years of service is designated the senior resident superior court judge. They are responsible for various administrative duties, including appointing magistrates and some other court officials, and managing the scheduling of civil cases for trial.
- Superior court judges rotate among the districts within their divisions.  
- The Superior Court Judge is elected for 8-year terms. Elections are partisan.