What party is Ben Scales?

Ben Scales is running as a Democrat.

How much money has Ben Scales raised?

$19K as of the latest state campaign-finance filings.

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Ben Scales

Democrat · Candidate for District Court Judge District 40 Seat 3 (Buncombe County) · November 3, 2026

About this race

A judge. Judges decide criminal and civil cases. Depending on the state and court, they are chosen in contested elections or in retention votes, where you vote YES or NO on keeping the judge for another term.

1 candidate is running for District Court Judge District 40 Seat 3 (Buncombe County) in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Where they stand

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Funding

$19K raised, $250 from small donors, $18K self-funded.

Largest donors	Amount
Carol Peterson	$250
Alan Graf	$250
Randall Fennell	$200
Perry Parks	$150
Mary Haffenreffer	$100
Kieta Osteen-Cochrane	$100
Ken Jones	$100

Source: North Carolina State Board of Elections, reports through 2026-02-28.

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Quick answers

What party is Ben Scales?: Ben Scales is running as a Democrat.
What does the District Court Judge District 40 Seat 3 seat do?: A judge. Judges decide criminal and civil cases. Depending on the state and court, they are chosen in contested elections or in retention votes, where you vote YES or NO on keeping the judge for another term.
How much money has Ben Scales raised?: $19K as of the latest state campaign-finance filings.
Should I vote for Ben Scales?: SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare Ben Scales's record, funding and endorsements with the other candidates in this race and decide based on what matters to you.

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