2026 North Carolina General Election

2026 North Carolina Primary Election

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Joe E. Teague, Jr.

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Joe is a professional engineer. He works at the Cumberland County Clerk of Court office, where he helps people file court documents and navigate legal forms. He previously worked at no other companies.

Clerk of Superior Court – Joe Teague | Raleigh Public Record

Joe E. Teague, Jr.'s campaign for Wake Clerk of Superior Court is his first entry into politics.

Who's Running: Wake County DA, Sheriff, and Judiciary

Teague has experience in various courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court and North Carolina Supreme Court, and expresses a passion for the judicial system and its historical aspects.

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As of January 2, 2026, Joe E. Teague, Jr.’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Judicial Administration

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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.

Wake Clerk of Superior Court, Republican Primary

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