North Carolina

2026 North Carolina General Election

Ginger D. Efird

Ginger Efird is from Stanly County, North Carolina. She has a bachelor 27s degree in criminal justice from Pfeiffer University. 

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Ginger Efird sworn in as Stanly's Clerk of Superior Court – Stanly ...

Ginger is the clerk of superior court for Stanly County. She previously worked as an assistant district attorney in Mecklenburg County.

Stanly County clerk of Superior Court receives leadership role ...

Ginger is currently the Clerk of Superior Court for Stanly County. She was elected in 2022 and is currently serving her first term. She has been appointed to the Governor's Crime Commission, where she serves as a member representing the Clerk of Superior Court.

As of January 5, 2026, Ginger D. Efird’s website did not contain information on this issue.

For Candidate Ginger D. Efird on Issue judicial-administration: Committed to improving the criminal justice system, ensuring individual rights are protected, and enhancing public safety through active involvement in discussions about justice system recommendations.

For Candidate Ginger D. Efird on Issue judicial-administration: Emphasizes the importance of transparency and accessibility in the court system.

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The Clerk of Superior Court is elected in each county through a partisan election for a four-year term. The Clerk has five main responsibilities:
- Probate Judge: Handles 46 types of actions, including managing estates, guardianship proceedings, and appointing personal representatives.
- Court Administrator: Oversees the administration of the court.
- Record Keeper: Files, processes, and maintains all cases and documents submitted to the court.
- Financial Manager: Manages the collection, investment, and distribution of money from court fees and traffic citations.
- Employee Manager: Supervises a team ranging from 5 to over 200 employees.


Oversees the county's probate court, judicial administration, records, and finances.

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Ginger is from Stanly County, North Carolina. She attended Pfeiffer University. She has a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Pfeiffer University.

Ginger is the Clerk of Superior Court for Stanly County. She works at the Stanly County Clerk of Superior Court Office. She previously worked at the District Attorney’s Office in Mecklenburg County, where she began her career more than 22 years ago.

Ginger D. Efird's campaign for Stanly Clerk of Superior Court is her first entry into politics.