Trey Allen was sworn in as the newest associate justice of the North Carolina Supreme Court January 4, 2023, in its courtroom in Raleigh. Justice Allen was elected in November defeating Justice Sam Ervin IV, who was up for re-election.
NC Attorney General Josh Stein presents Allen’s commission to the court
Allen flanked by his family as he takes the oath of office being sworn in by Chief Justice Paul Newby.
Cameraman capturing Associate Justice Allen addressing the court.
The NC Supreme Court Justices. (L-R): Justice Philip Berger Jr., Justice Michael Morgan, Chief Justice Paul Newby, Justice Anita Earls, Justice Tamara Barringer and Justice Trey Allen. (not pictured on left: Justice Richard Dietz)
The audience applauding the conclusion of the ceremony.