Kevin Eugene Jones

Kevin Jones is the incumbent judge for Seat 3 of the North Carolina 16th Judicial District and is seeking re‑election in the general election on November 3, 2026 ⁶. As a district‑court judge, he presides over civil, criminal, and family‑law matters within the district, a role that requires interpreting state law, managing courtroom procedures, and ensuring fair trials for residents of the district.

Jones earned a high‑school diploma from Columbia Central High School before attending Vanderbilt University, where he received a bachelor’s degree in 1997. He then earned his Juris Doctor from the North Carolina Central University School of Law in 2003 ⁶. After law school, he worked as an attorney in private practice, gaining experience in litigation and legal advocacy ⁶.

His judicial career began with a successful campaign for the North Carolina 14th Judicial District, where he won the general election on November 8, 2022 with 100 % of the vote after defeating incumbent Pat Evans in the Democratic primary ⁶. He assumed office in the 16th Judicial District on January 1, 2024 and his current term is set to end on December 31, 2026 ⁶.

In addition to his courtroom duties, Jones has emphasized the importance of a trustworthy and transparent judiciary. While specific policy positions for his 2026 campaign are not detailed in the available sources, his prior campaign materials highlight a commitment to upholding the rule of law, ensuring access to justice, and maintaining the integrity of the court system ⁶.

Jones’s background in both private legal practice and elected judicial service positions him as an experienced candidate for continued service on the bench. Voters will consider his educational credentials, prior election performance, and his stated dedication to a fair and effective judicial system when deciding the 2026 race for District 16, Seat 3.

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