Challenge Of District Court Judge Candidate’s Residency Is Overruled

A five-member panel consisting of Iredell County and Alexander County Board of Elections members, conducted a hearing in regards to the candidacy of Melissa Stewart for the Office of NC District Court Judge District 32 Seat 3 n Thursday

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.