2026 North Carolina General Election

2026 North Carolina Primary Election

Democrat

Libertarian

Nonpartisan

Republican

Mike Patterson

Mike Patterson's campaign for Washington sheriff is his first time running for public office.

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Buket Urgen

Public Safety

Jail Management

Criminal Justice

- 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. 

Washington

Housing & Urban Development