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Josh Stein was sworn in as North Carolina's 50th Attorney General on January 1, 2017. The Attorney General is elected by the people of North Carolina every four years as the state's top law enforcement officer and top lawyer.

Who is the Attorney General of North Carolina?

About the Attorney General; About the Attorney General. Josh Stein was sworn in as North Carolina’s 50 th Attorney General on January 1, 2017. The Attorney General is elected by the people of North Carolina every four years as the state’s top …

Who is the head of the North Carolina Department of Justice?

Attorney General Josh Stein. Find North Carolina's Department of Justice information today.

Who ran for Attorney General of North Carolina in 2020?

Living former U.S. attorneys general. As of March 2022, there are nine living former U.S. attorneys general, the oldest being Edwin Meese (served 1985–1988, born 1931). The most recent attorney general to die was Ramsey Clark on April 9, 2021 (served 1966–1969, born 1927). The most recently serving attorney general to die was Janet Reno on November 7, 2016 (served …

Who are the Attorneys General of New Jersey and New Mexico?

John Kitzhaber appointed Ellen Rosenblum, who was running for 2012 election to the attorney general post at the time, to serve as interim attorney general for the remainder of his unexpired term. Rosenblum was elected to a full term in the general election on November 6, 2012.

Who is the head of the Department of Justice?

Attorney General GarlandAs the nation's chief law enforcement officer, Attorney General Garland leads the Justice Department's 115,000 employees, who work across the United States and in more than 50 countries worldwide.4 days ago

Who is Josh Stein in NC?

Joshua Stein (born September 13, 1966) is an American lawyer and politician who serves as the 50th and current Attorney General of North Carolina, a position he has held since 2017. A Democrat, Stein previously served as a member of the North Carolina Senate representing District 16, located Wake County.

Who is the assistant attorney general in North Carolina?

Attorney General's Office - Western OfficeSpecial Deputy Attorney GeneralTom LawtonAssistant Attorney GeneralMatt HollowayAssistant Attorney GeneralJustin "Skip" EasonParalegalTerrie Blackburn6 Roberts Road, Suite 102 Asheville, NC 288034 more rows

How old is Josh Stein?

55 years (September 13, 1966)Josh Stein / Age

Who is the district attorney of North Carolina?

NC DOJ - Home - Attorney General Josh Stein.

Who is the current lieutenant governor of North Carolina?

The Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina is the second highest elected official in the U.S. state of North Carolina and is the only elected official to have powers in both the legislative and executive branches of state government. The current Lieutenant Governor is Mark Robinson, Republican.

How do I contact the NC Attorney General's office?

Contact UsToll-free within North Carolina: 1-877-5-NO-SCAM.From outside North Carolina: (919) 716-6000.En Espanol: (919) 716-0058.

How do I file a complaint with the NC Attorney General?

If you think you've been the victim of a scam, or if you want to learn to be a smarter consumer, call Attorney General Josh Stein's consumer hotline toll free within North Carolina at 1-877-5-NO-SCAM or (919) 716-6000. You can also file a consumer complaint online.

What does the NC commissioner of insurance do?

The North Carolina Commissioner of Insurance regulates the insurance industry in North Carolina, licenses insurance professionals in the state, educates consumers about different types of insurance, and handles consumer complaints.

Does North Carolina have a Secretary of State?

Incumbent. Elaine Marshall The North Carolina Secretary of State is a constitutional officer in the executive branch of the government of the U.S. state of North Carolina, and is fourth in the line of succession to the office of Governor of North Carolina.

Who are the NC state senators?

Thom Tillis (Republican Party)North Carolina / SenatorsThomas Roland Tillis is an American politician serving as the junior United States senator from North Carolina since 2015. A Republican, he was elected to the North Carolina House of Representatives in 2006, and began serving as the speaker in 2011. Wikipedia

Current Officeholder

  • The current officeholder is Democrat Josh Stein. Stein was first elected attorney general on November 8, 2016, and was sworn into office on January 1, 2017.
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Authority

  • The North Carolina Constitution establishes the office of attorney general in Article III, Section 7:
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Elections

  • The attorney general in North Carolina is elected every four years, in presidential election years (e.g. 2016, 2020, 2024, 2028). The term of office is four years and begins on the first day of January next after their election.
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Vacancies

  • Article III, Section 7 addresses vacancies in the office of attorney general. In the event of a vacancy, the governor appoints a successor who will serve until a new officeholder is elected. The election coincides with the first election for members of the General Assembly of North Carolinathat occurs more than 60 days after the seat becomes vacant.
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Duties

  • The attorney general, in addition to serving as the state's chief legal advisor, heads the North Carolina Department of Justice. The duties and responsibilities of office are dictated by the state constitution and state statutes: 1. represent the state and its officials, departments, agencies and commissions in all civil matters 2. provide legal opinions, when requested by the general assem…
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Divisions

  • As of January 11, 2021, divisions within the Department of Justice included: 1. Consumer Protection 2. Public Protection 3. Legal Services 4. Medicaid Fraud 5. State Crime Laboratory 6. Law Enforcement Training & Standards
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Historical Officeholders

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Recent News

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Biography

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Josh Stein was born in Washington, D.C. He earned his B.A. in history from Dartmouth College in 1988, and his J.D. and M.P.P. in Law and Public Policy from Harvard University in 1995. Stein worked as a campaign manager and deputy chief of staff for Senator John Edwardsfrom 1997 to 2000. From 2001 to 2008, Stein w…
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Political Career

  • North Carolina Attorney General
    Stein was elected attorney general of North Carolinaon November 8, 2016. He was sworn into office on January 1, 2017.
  • North Carolina State Senate
    Stein won election to the North Carolina State Senate representing District 16 in 2008. He resigned on March 21, 2016, in order to campaign for attorney general.
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Committee Assignments

  • 2015 legislative session
    At the beginning of the 2015 legislative session, Stein served on the following committees:
  • 2013-2014
    In the 2013-2014 legislative session, Stein served on the following committees:
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Sponsored Legislation

  • The following table lists bills sponsored by this legislator. Bills are monitored by BillTrack50and sorted by action history. The following list may not be comprehensive. To see all bills sponsored by this person, click on the legislator's name in the title of the table.
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Elections

  • 2020
    See also: North Carolina Attorney General election, 2020 North Carolina Attorney General election, 2020 (March 3 Republican primary) North Carolina Attorney General election, 2020 (March 3 Democratic primary) The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Josh Steinadva…
  • 2016
    1. 1.1. See also: North Carolina Attorney General election, 2016 Stein filed to run as a Democratic candidate for attorney general of North Carolina in the 2016 election. He defeated Marcus W. Williams in the Democratic primary on March 15, 2016. He competed with state Sen. Buck Newt…
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Campaign Themes

  • 2016
    Stein's campaign websites stated that his priorites were increasing resources for school safety, using DNA databases to help with law enforcement, strengthening domestic violence laws, protecting seniors and consumers, and championing clean air and water.
  • 2014
    Stein's website highlighted the following campaign themes: Education 1. Excerpt: "I know that no matter where you live, a quality education is key to a better a future. The budget cuts of recent years have exacted a toll on our schools. We must raise teacher pay to the national average, enh…
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Campaign Donors

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Personal

  • Note: Please contact us if the personal information below requires an update. Stein and his wife, Anna, have three children. They currently reside in Raleigh, N.C.
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