Edwin Clontz

Incumbent District Court Judge, District 40 in Candler, North Carolina

Edwin Clontz is a candidate for NC District Court Judge District 40 Seat 05 in Candler, North Carolina — 2026 Primary Election. Running as Democratic Party.

Edwin D. Clontz is an incumbent judge for North Carolina's 40th Judicial District. He was appointed to the court in April 2011 by then-Governor Bev Perdue. Before his appointment, Clontz's career included serving as a magistrate and later as the chief assistant clerk of the Superior Court in Buncombe County. In May 2025, he was recognized for 30 years of service to the state of North Carolina.