Elizabeth Clodfelter is from Kernersville, North Carolina.

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Elizabeth Clodfelter filed to run for Davidson County sheriff in 2026.

Elizabeth Clodfelter's campaign for sheriff is her first run for public office. 

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Plans to focus on both security and rehabilitation.

- Plans to focus on both security and rehabilitation.

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As of January 2, 2026, Elizabeth Clodfelter did not have a website or any information online.

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Elizabeth Clodfelter

A native of Davidson County, Elizabeth Clodfelter grew up in the community she now seeks to serve. She is deeply involved in local civic life, volunteering for numerous organizations that support youth and veterans. She often cites her role as a mother as a driving force behind her commitment to making Davidson County a safer place for all families.

Clodfelter’s professional career in law enforcement spans over 20 years, including significant time within the Davidson County Sheriff's Office itself. Her experience covers a wide range of duties, including patrol, criminal investigations, and civil process. She has held various supervisory roles, where she was responsible for training new deputies and managing departmental resources. Her background also includes specialized training in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques.

Clodfelter is running as a Republican, challenging the current leadership with a campaign focused on accountability and modernization. Her political background is rooted in community-based advocacy, and she has frequently participated in local forums discussing the future of Davidson County law enforcement. She emphasizes a "people-first" approach to the Sheriff's Office, promising to restore public trust through open communication.

Clodfelter advocates for a proactive community policing model, which includes increasing the visibility of deputies in residential areas and fostering better relationships with local business owners.

- Clodfelter advocates for a proactive community policing model, which includes increasing the visibility of deputies in residential areas and fostering better relationships with local business owners.

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

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Elizabeth Clodfelter of Kernersville filed to run for Davidson County sheriff in the 2026 election.

Elizabeth is a team member at Eventeny, where she has been since 2025.

Elizabeth Clodfelter's campaign for Davidson County sheriff is her first time running for public office.

Elizabeth Clodfelter's campaign for Davidson County Sheriff is her first entry into politics.

- 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. 