Gaston County, North Carolina

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One candidate is tracked for Gaston County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Chad E. Hawkins. Candidate information follows official Gaston County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

Chad E. Hawkins (Republican), the incumbent sheriff first elected in 2022, is unopposed on the November 3, 2026 ballot.

Chad E. Hawkins

Republican

Chad E. Hawkins is the incumbent Gaston County Sheriff, first elected in 2022, per the Sheriff's Office's official site. He has more than 34 years of experience in fire and law enforcement, including as Police Chief in Cherryville and Belmont, and holds degrees from Gaston College, Gardner-Webb University and Methodist University.

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Candidate roster from official Gaston County Supervisor of Elections filings. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.
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