North Carolina

2026 North Carolina General Election

Erica Standfield Brandon

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- District Court judges hear civil, criminal, and juvenile cases. Civil cases dealing with divorce, child custody, and child support are heard in District Court. 
- Under the District Court, the magistrate can try small claims cases ($10,000 or less), landlord eviction cases, and suits for recovery of personal property. A magistrate is an independent judicial officer, recognized by the North Carolina Constitution as an officer of the district court. 
- District Court Judges are elected for a four-year term. Elections are partisan. 

Judge who handles majority of trial level cases.

Criminal Justice

Property Rights

Legal Experience

Judicial Administration

Judicial Philosophy

Ethics & Conduct

Community Involvement

District Court Judge

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Erica is currently a district court judge representing Judicial District 17A, which includes Rockingham and Caswell counties. She was appointed to this position in 2019. She previously served as a prosecutor in the Rockingham County District Attorney's Office for nearly a decade.

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Served as a District Court Judge for 1 year.

As of January 5, 2026, Erica Standfield Brandon’s website did not contain information on this issue.