Lakesha Womack Served Felony Warrant During NC-14 Campaign

Lakesha Womack, the Democratic candidate for North Carolina's 14th Congressional District, was served with a felony warrant on October 11. The document was delivered by Polk County Sheriff's deputies at a campaign event. The warrant stems from a 2020 charge of failure to return a hired motor vehicle valued over $4,000.

The original criminal summons was issued in January 2020. It remained unserved for six years before deputies presented it to Womack this month. It is not yet clear why the legal process took so long to be executed.

According to the arrest warrant, Womack rented a 2019 Toyota Corolla from Budget Car Rental in October 2019. The vehicle was not returned by the agreed-upon date. The warrant lists the car's value at $20,000. Womack is 49 years old and resides in Charlotte.

Womack is challenging Republican incumbent Rep. Tim Moore in a district that includes Gastonia, Shelby, and Morgantown. The race also covers parts of far south Charlotte. Her campaign did not issue a direct statement addressing the felony warrant itself. Instead, the team focused on what it described as deceptive attack ads from Moore's supporters.

In a written statement, Womack addressed the media attention surrounding the legal matter. She noted that the timing of her court date is one full week after Election Day. Womack stated that as an attorney, Moore should understand that ongoing legal matters require appropriate due process rather than speculation.

The candidate explained that she recently experienced a serious medical emergency requiring hospitalization in intensive care. Womack identified herself as a single mother living with Type 1 Diabetes. She said the crisis disrupted her health and financial stability. She described the recovery as a process that required determination and faith.

Womack said the experience strengthened her commitment to helping others facing unexpected challenges. She emphasized that many families are one missed paycheck or unexpected expense away from financial hardship. Her campaign continues to highlight healthcare, food security, and education as key issues for voters in the district.

The statement urged voters to elect a representative who prioritizes the daily realities of families. Womack committed to holding regular town halls and maintaining responsiveness to constituents if elected. She asked voters to cast their ballots on Tuesday, November 3.

The next step in the legal process is Womack's scheduled court date. That hearing will occur on the Friday after the general election. The outcome of that hearing will not affect the initial vote count in the congressional race.

The campaign for District 14 continues to focus on local economic opportunities and congressional oversight. Both candidates are active in the district, holding events and engaging with voters in the weeks leading up to the November deadline.