The Office of the Governor of the State of North Carolina

06/30/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 06/30/2026 14:51

Governor Stein Announces District Court Appointment

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Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Governor Stein Announces District Court Appointment

Raleigh
Jun 30, 2026

Today Governor Josh Stein announced the following judicial appointment:

D. Cole Phelps to the District Court for Judicial District 2, Beaufort, Hyde, Martin, Tyrrell, and Washington counties. Phelps is filling the vacancy created after the Honorable Regina Parker was appointed Superior Court judge.

  • Phelps is the founder and managing partner at The Law Office of D. Cole Phelps, PLLC. He also serves as legal counsel for the Town of Robersonville. He received his Bachelor of Science from East Carolina University and his Juris Doctor from North Carolina Central University School of Law.

"Cole Phelps' extensive legal experience in District Court and dedication to his community have prepared him for this role," said Governor Josh Stein. "I look forward to his service on the bench."

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