North Carolina

2026 North Carolina General Election

Tom Langan

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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.

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District Court Judge

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Tom is a prosecutor. He works for the Stokes and Surry County District Attorney’s Office, where he makes important decisions every day to protect citizens and ensure that justice is served.

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As a prosecutor for nearly 18 years in Surry and Stokes counties, Langan has focused on protecting the community, particularly in cases involving impaired drivers and crimes against children.

As a veteran prosecutor, Langan has extensive trial experience across District, Superior, and Juvenile Courts.

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