# Shelton "Shelby" White

Currently holds the office of Perquimans County Sheriff until December 31, 2026.

Candidate for Perquimans County Sheriff in 2026 North Carolina General Election .

Shelton "Shelby" White | BallotReady

Shelton (Shelby) White currently serves as Perquimans County Sheriff, with a term ending December 31, 2026.

2026 North Carolina General Election

According to the four-sentence statement issued by Sheriff Shelby White, the agency received allegations that were made involving a deputy.

“The Perquimans County Sheriff’s Office is committed to transparency and accountability,” White said. “We have cooperated fully with the SBI and will continue to do so.”
The State Bureau of Investigation Administrative Services Division is handling the case, according to court records.

Perquimans Deputy Arrested on Felony Sex Charges - Albemarle Observer

Committed the sheriff’s office to transparency, accountability, and continued cooperation with the State Bureau of Investigation during an investigation involving a deputy.

- Committed the sheriff’s office to transparency, accountability, and continued cooperation with the State Bureau of Investigation during an investigation involving a deputy.

Public Safety

As of April 6, 2026, Shelton (Shelby) White did not have a website or any information online.

Jail Management

Criminal Justice

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Shelton (Shelby) White

As of April 6, 2026, Shelton (Shelby) White’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Shelton is the sheriff of Perquimans County.

Shelton White Jr. (Perquimans County Sheriff, North Carolina ...

Sheriff Shelton Ray White, Jr. - North Carolina Sheriffs' Association

Shelton previously ran for Perquimans County sheriff in 2022.

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- The sheriff is responsible for enforcing the law, managing security in jails and courtrooms. They also oversee daily conditions of the jail and inmates in custody and serve legal documents such as warrants and eviction notices. Their ultimate responsibility is to protect the community. 

Responsible for enforcing the law and overseeing jails. 