North Carolina: District Court Judge, District 26, Seat 17

2026 General Election · November 3, 2026

A judge of the Mecklenburg County District Court (District 26), which hears misdemeanors, traffic cases, smaller civil cases, family law and juvenile cases. Elected countywide. It is a 4-year term.

This race appears only on ballots in this district.

Election Quick Facts

October 9, 2026Regular registration deadline (same-day registration during early voting)
Oct 15–31, 2026Early voting
October 20, 2026Last day to request an absentee ballot (5 p.m.)
November 3, 2026Election Day (polls open 6:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.)

Source: Mecklenburg County Board of Elections

2026 Candidates

Unopposed 1 candidate certified. No opponent is on the ballot.

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IssuePaige McThenia D

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