North Carolina

2026 North Carolina General Election

Thai Vang

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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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Vang installed as new district court judge – Stanly County Journal

New District Court judge sworn in | News | montgomeryherald.com

Thai is a district court judge. He previously served as an assistant district attorney in North Carolina.

Thai is currently a district court judge for North Carolina's District 28. He was elected in 2018 and re-elected in 2022.

Has over 10 years of experience as an assistant district attorney.

As of January 5, 2026, Thai Vang’s website did not contain information on this issue.