Appointed to the bench by the Washington County Commission in 2025, Monk believes the role of judge is not a steppingstone to higher office but a serious responsibility that requires focus, consistency and dedication to the job. He maintains that justice works best when the courtroom remains about the law and the people it serves—not personal ambition.
Since taking office, Judge Monk has built a reputation for hard work, preparation, and fairness. In his first six month, he has cleared more than 3,000 cases. His court places a strong emphasis on accountability, protecting families and children.
He seeks to help individuals who are willing to put in the effort to earn a second chance under the law as well. Monk has emphasized that the court’s responsibility is to deliver outcomes that are lawful, thoughtful, and in the best interest of the community.
Judge Monk has more than 20 years of relevant experience for the role of General Sessions Judge as Assistant District Attorney for the 1st Judicial District of Tennessee. During that time, he closed more than 10,000 criminal cases. His experience in criminal, juvenile, and mental health court makes him best qualified to continue as General Sessions Judge.
He likewise cares about those who are willing to change their lives for the better, volunteering his time for numerous rehabilitative courts. He currently presides over Mental Health Court for those diagnosed with mental disorders, many of whom also are drug addicted as well. This can lead to a rescued life, less crime, fewer incarcerations and lower cost to taxpayers for the incarceration.
He holds a Juris Doctor & Master of Business Administration from the University of Memphis and a Bachelor of Arts, Political Science and History from King University in Bristol, TN.
An outdoor enthusiast, you will find Judge Monk fishing for trout on our Northeast Tennessee rivers and streams when he is not serving the people of Washington County. His conservative values are his driving force for the betterment of our community and the safety of us all.