DemocraticIncumbent
John S. Arrowood is a Democratic candidate for North Carolina Court of Appeals Seat 1 in the 2026 election. They are the incumbent.
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North Carolina Court of Appeals Seat 1
General: November 3, 2026 · Primary: March 3, 2026
General election
RepublicanFirst-time candidateAdministrative law judge
Michael Byrne is a Republican candidate for North Carolina Court of Appeals Seat 1 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.
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Primary
RepublicanFirst-time candidateJudge
Matt Smith is a Republican candidate for North Carolina Court of Appeals Seat 1 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.
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RepublicanFirst-time candidateAdvancedAdministrative law judge
Michael Byrne is a Republican candidate for North Carolina Court of Appeals Seat 1 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.
From the candidate’s public filings