Selena Stellute Glenn at a glance
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- Judge
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Selena Stellute Glenn
Judge · Hampton General District Court
Biography
Professional career
- The Presiding Judge of the 8th Judicial District Court of Virginia, which covers the City of Hampton
- She also held the role of an Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney in the Newport News Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office, specializing in domestic violence prosecutions
Education
- Loyola University New Orleans College of Law — J.D. (2005)
- University of Virginia — B.A. (1999)
Additional information
- Elected to the bench by the Virginia General Assembly and took office on July 1, 2018.
- Part of an all-female bench alongside Judges Corry N. Smith and Tonya Henderson-Stith — a notable milestone in Virginia’s judicial system.
- Glenn has emphasized teamwork and efficiency, with the judges regularly meeting to coordinate case management and improve dockets.
- Before becoming a judge, Glenn was a sole practitioner in Hampton
- handling personal injury and criminal defense cases, including automobile accidents, slip-and-fall, and DUI/DWI matters.
- As Presiding Judge, Glenn oversees the Hampton General District Court’s operations, which handle both civil and criminal cases.
Applicable Court Rules & Procedures
Cell Phones And Electronic Devices
Statewide
Virginia courts commonly restrict cell phones and other electronic devices in court buildings; counsel and litigants should check the local court policy before arrival.
Most courts in Virginia do not allow you to bring a cell phone or other electronic device into the building.Cell Phone & Electronic Device Policy ↗
Sources
Identity source checked July 26, 2026.
Biography sources checked October 11, 2026.
Office of the Executive Secretary, Supreme Court of Virginia official judicial roster
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