Michael David Waters

Mike Waters is the incumbent District Attorney for North Carolina’s 9th Judicial District and the 11th Prosecutorial District, which covers Franklin, Granville, Person, Vance, and Warren counties. He is running as the Republican candidate for District Attorney in the November 3, 2026 general election for this district ⁶⁷.

Waters’ public‑service career centers on criminal prosecution. He previously sought the same office in the 2022 general election, appearing on the ballot for the 11th Prosecutorial District Attorney race as a Republican candidate ²¹. Since then, he has taken office and continues to serve the five‑county district, describing himself as “uniquely qualified” to address public‑safety challenges and to make the DA’s office more effective, efficient, and fair ⁷.

In his campaign statements, Waters emphasizes a philosophy that the prosecutor should pursue justice rather than merely easy convictions. He pledges to target the “worst offenders” for the harshest punishments, to evaluate each case on its own merits, and to foster cooperation with local, state, and federal law‑enforcement agencies. He also stresses the need for the DA’s office to be credible, professional, and unbiased in representing the community ⁷.

While specific educational credentials are not detailed in the available sources, Waters’ professional experience includes extensive courtroom work and a broad range of legal responsibilities both inside and outside the courtroom, as highlighted on his campaign website ⁶⁷.

Waters maintains an online presence through his campaign site electmikewaters.com, where supporters can learn more about his platform, view his portrait, and contact his campaign. He also operates a Facebook page for the District Attorney’s office, providing updates and community outreach ⁹.

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