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Jacob Darrell Nelms
Office history
Current office and 2026 campaign
Jacob Darrell Nelms is an incumbent member of the Graham County Board of Commissioners in North Carolina, having served since 2014. He is running for continued service on the board in 2026. Nelms also serves as the county's Building Inspector.
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Background and education
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Career
Nelms serves simultaneously as a Graham County Commissioner and as the county's Building Inspector. In early 2026, a significant controversy arose when Graham County District Attorney Ashley Welch filed a petition for the removal of Sheriff Brad Hoxit, alleging the sheriff's office had abused its power by conducting an investigation into Nelms regarding alleged falsification of inspection records and time sheets. Nelms contested the characterization of his conduct. He has also been associated with a food services venture called 28 Hospitality.
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Family
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Sources
Public filings
Candidates and officeholders are required by law to file campaign finance reports and statements of economic interest. The sites below don't support direct links to an individual record — search by last name on each.
North Carolina — campaign finance
- State, county, and municipal candidates — all in one system — NC State Board of Elections — Committee Search. Search by last name “Nelms”.
North Carolina — statement of economic interest
- Required for state-elected and many local officials — NC State Ethics Commission — Statement of Economic Interest Search. Search by last name “Nelms”.