The NC District Court hears civil cases involving less than $25,000 and criminal misdemeanors. District Court also oversees juvenile court and the magistrates, which handle things like small claims and evictions. Judges are elected for 4 year terms. There are 282 judges in 41 districts across the state, most of them covering either one or two counties. Legislation in 2023 numerically realigned/renumbered the District Court and other court districts to align with the Prosecutorial districts.
Position/philosophy statement
I believe in justice with respect. I believe in applying the law fairly and impartially while treating every person who enters the courtroom with dignity, compassion, and humanity
Current Occupation
Managing Attorney at The Law Office Habekah B. Cannon, PLLC
Age (optional)
33
Campaign Phone
9196486216
I have proudly served Mecklenburg County as an Assistant Public Defender, where I represented more than 800 individuals in District Court and tried over 20 cases to successful outcomes.
Since entering private practice, I have traveled throughout North Carolina District and Superior Courts, continuing to try cases and advocate for clients across the state.
In addition to my courtroom work, I have dedicated countless hours to pro bono service, conducting Know Your Rights trainings, will clinics, and expunction clinics. Through this work, I have helped give back to North Carolinians, especially residents of Mecklenburg County by expanding access to justice and empowering individuals with legal knowledge and resources.
Although I am running in a partisan judicial election, the platform of any political party will play no role in my work as a judge. My duty on the bench will be to uphold the Constitution and laws of North Carolina and the United States, as well as follow binding precedent, and to decide each case based solely on the facts and the law.
Judicial independence and impartiality are essential to public trust in the courts.
I bring extensive, hands-on experience in criminal and family-related matters from both public defense and private practice. As an Assistant Public Defender in Mecklenburg County, I represented more than 800 individuals in District Court, handling misdemeanor matters, bond hearings, and trials. In private practice, I have continued to represent clients in criminal, family, and juvenile-related cases across North Carolina District and Superior Courts. I have also provided pro bono services through Know Your Rights trainings and expunction clinics, which deepened my understanding of how court decisions impact families and children. My experience equips me to handle these matters with fairness, efficiency, and compassion.
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