The NCGOP asked a judge to approve a settlement that would allow election officials to use jury duty records to flag potential non-citizens on state voter rolls.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — North Carolina Republicans are asking a judge to allow a deal that would let officials use jury duty records to identify possible non-citizens on voter rolls.
That information could also be used to potentially prosecute them. Supporters say this would keep elections secure; however, critics warn that the system could flag people by mistake, such as those who checked the wrong box or later became citizens.
The agreement, filed in Wake County Superior Court, would resolve a dispute over how the state handles information from people who say they are not U.S. citizens to be excused from jury service. Under state law, that information can be used to check whether someone is improperly registered to vote.
As part of the settlement, the State Board of Elections agreed to continue reviewing those cases and share relevant findings with county election officials. The agency will also make lists of those individuals publicly available online, with sensitive details removed as required by law.
The lawsuit stemmed from a 2024 public records request. Republican groups argued the board had not fully complied with transparency requirements tied to new state laws.
A judge must still approve the agreement, though courts typically sign off if both primary parties consent. If approved, the case will be dismissed without prejudice, meaning it could be refiled in the future.
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