Kristian and her husband Pete have made Asheboro their home for 21 years. She graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill with a Degree in Political Science and from Campbell Law School with a J.D. Kristian practiced law in Greensboro in a private practice for six years before joining The Randolph County District Attorney's Office.  Kristian and Pete enjoy raising their 2 sons, attending basketball games, traveling, and working around their home.