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North Carolina 1938 ballot measures
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1942 →
← 1936
In 1938, voters decided on two statewide ballot measures in North Carolina on November 8.
- Both measures were legislatively referred constitutional amendments.
- Voters approved two (100%) and rejected zero (0%) measures.
On the ballot
November 8, 1938
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Create the State Department of Justice Amendment | Administration | Establish the state's Department of Justice. |
|
172,583 (54%) |
145,103 (46%) |
|
| Sheriff and Coroner Office Terms Amendment | Local | Increase terms for sheriffs and coroners from two years to four years. |
|
206,069 (51%) |
197,593 (49%) |
See also
- Types of ballot measures in North Carolina
- List of North Carolina ballot measures
- 1938 ballot measures
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