Daniel previously ran for North Carolina District Court judge in 2024 but did not win.

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

As of January 2, 2026, Daniel Wright’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Daniel Wright

- District Court judges hear civil, criminal, and juvenile cases. Civil cases dealing with divorce, child custody, and child support are heard in District Court. 
- Under the District Court, the magistrate can try small claims cases ($10,000 or less), landlord eviction cases, and suits for recovery of personal property. A magistrate is an independent judicial officer, recognized by the North Carolina Constitution as an officer of the district court. 
- District Court Judges are elected for a four-year term. Elections are partisan. 