| District Court (District 5 - New Hanover, Pender) |
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Candidate Biography (submitted by candidate):
Chad Hogston is a family man who has lived in Wilmington, North Carolina for 15 years. He is married to Erin Hogston, and their first child was born on March 27, 2010 (a son named Levi). Chad has practiced law in both District and Superior courts in the Fifth Judicial District since 1996, and his main area of practice is criminal defense, traffic law and civil litigation. Chad is in District Court every day representing clients, therefore he possesses the "real-time" experience necessary to be a District Court Judge.
Chad is a Republican, and he has received an enormous amount support from a broad coalition of individuals in the community. Present District Court Judge John J. Carroll, III has endorsed Chad Hogston's candidacy, which is reflective of his ability to serve as the next District Court Judge. Chad is well-respected by his peers in the courthouse, and he has been encouraged by the vast number of people who have rallied behind him in his campaign to become the Fifth Judicial District's next District Court Judge. |
| Candidate Statement:
In the last 15 years, my family has established a foundation here in Southeastern North Carolina. I feel this is my time to participate in the process, and to serve the community that has given so much to me. I believe that I can have the most immediate and positive impact on individuals by serving as a District Court Judge. I am honored to be given the opportunity to serve as District Court Judge, and leave this community a safer and better place to live.
I understand that whether it's a divorce, child custody matter, civil case or even a simple speeding ticket, it is the most important event in that individual's life at the time. I will honor that by maintaining the proper perspective on each case that comes in front of my court.
I will respect all parties of a case, whether they are plaintiffs, defendants or victims. All individuals deserve an engaged judiciary, and I promise to focus on every case with deliberate attention so that justice prevails.
If elected to be the next District Court Judge, my philosophy will be one of "judicial restraint". My decisions and judgment will be lead by the laws passed by our legislature, as well as precedent created by our appellate court system. I will not legislate from the bench, as I believe this is in violation of the separation of powers created by our Forefathers. I believe this is the very essence of what is required of our judiciary.
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