N.C. District Court District 26 Seat 16

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District courts hear civil cases that involve divorce, child custody, child support and cases involving less than $25,000. They also hear criminal cases involving misdemeanors and infractions. There are 21 district court judges in Mecklenburg County, each serving four-year terms. All are Democrats. Nine are up for election in 2026, and all are unopposed.

Judge Matt Newton is a former Charlotte city council member and is seeking his second term for this seat.

District 26 Seat 16 Candidate