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Christopher West Brooks
Office history
Current office and 2026 campaign
Christopher West Brooks, known as Chris Brooks, is a District Court Judge for Judicial District 10F, Seat 1, in Wake County, North Carolina. He was appointed to the seat by Governor Josh Stein on March 5, 2025, replacing Judge Jennifer Bedford. His current term ends December 7, 2026.
Background and education
Brooks is a native of the Apex and Cary area of Wake County. He graduated from Apex High School and earned his undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He received his law degree from Campbell University School of Law.
Career
Brooks has served in the Transportation Division of the North Carolina Department of Justice since 2006. He previously served in the Department's Criminal Division. Prior to his appointment to the bench, his career at the DOJ spanned nearly two decades of state government legal service.
Sources
Public filings
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North Carolina — campaign finance
- State, county, and municipal candidates — all in one system — NC State Board of Elections — Committee Search. Search by last name “Brooks”.
North Carolina — statement of economic interest
- Required for state-elected and many local officials — NC State Ethics Commission — Statement of Economic Interest Search. Search by last name “Brooks”.