Tim Gupton

Democrat · Candidate for Franklin County Sheriff · November 3, 2026

About this race

The county's chief law-enforcement officer. Runs the sheriff's office and usually the county jail, patrols areas outside city police departments, and serves court papers.

2 candidates ran for Franklin County Sheriff in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Immigration enforcement (ICE 287(g))

ICE's list of 287(g) participating agencies shows no agreement for Franklin County's sheriff's office.

Under 287(g), ICE trains and authorizes local officers to carry out some federal immigration duties. From ICE's list of participating agencies, as of October 28, 2026. Whether to keep, change or end an agreement is up to the sheriff.

Where they stand

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Funding

$34K raised, $1,249 from small donors, $6,565 self-funded.

Largest donorsAmount
Michael Pulley$3,500
D0Ug Berger$1,100
Penny McGhee$1,050
Sammy McCaskill$1,000
Mitchell Styers$1,000
Miles Davis$1,000
Lawrence Tickle Jr$1,000

Source: North Carolina State Board of Elections, reports through 2026-10-16.

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Quick answers

What party is Tim Gupton?
Tim Gupton is running as a Democrat.
What does the Franklin County Sheriff seat do?
The county's chief law-enforcement officer. Runs the sheriff's office and usually the county jail, patrols areas outside city police departments, and serves court papers.
Who is Tim Gupton running against?
Kevin White, for Franklin County Sheriff.
How much money has Tim Gupton raised?
$34K as of the latest state campaign-finance filings.
Should I vote for Tim Gupton?
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