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Melissa Stewart
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The challenger, Cody James, alleged that Stewart’s permanent residence was not in Alexander County.
After receiving evidence from the challenged candidate and the challenger, the five-member panel voted unanimously 5-0 to overrule the challenge.
Melissa Stewart’s name shall remain on the ballot for the office of NC District Court Judge District 32 Seat 3.
The challenger or a candidate inversely affected by the panel’s decision may file an appeal to the NC State Board of Elections.