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Stratton Stokes
REPUBLICAN
Stratton Stokes is running for Duplin Sheriff, Republican Primary.
Personal background
Stratton F. Stokes was born and raised in Wallace and has lived in Duplin County his entire life. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Religion from Campbell University, later completing his law degree at Campbell University’s Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law. Stratton is married to Jennifer Marie Stokes, and they have one son.
Professional background
Stratton currently serves as the Sheriff of Duplin County. He previously worked as an attorney at The Law Office of Stratton F. Stokes, P.A., and as managing partner at Lusby & Stokes Attorneys, P.A. He also served as a special agent with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation and earlier worked as a deputy sheriff sergeant and detention officer with the Duplin County Sheriff’s Office.
Political background
Stratton currently serves as the Sheriff of Duplin County, North Carolina. He was elected in 2022 and is serving his first term.
Public Safety
Supports strengthening public safety through technology, staffing, and community engagement.
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Jail Management
Supports jail modernization, enhanced security, and addressing overcrowding.
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Criminal Justice
Supports strict enforcement against drug trafficking and expanded narcotics operations.
Supports increased staffing and compensation to improve law enforcement effectiveness
Supports transparency and accountability through public-facing tools and reporting systems
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