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New Hanover
Assistant Public Defender Receives 2022 Professionalism Award
The award was presented to Max Ashworth by Chief Justice Paul Newby.
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Judicial Branch Launches Courtroom Audio Visual (CRAVE) Project to Safely and Securely Hold Remote Court Proceedings
The technology will greatly reduce the need for an in-person appearance in some cases and reduce courthouse foot traffic.
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10-Digit Dialing Now Required for Calling Judicial Offices
All calls to judicial offices and court staff will need to be made using 10-digit dialing with the area code plus the number.
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Chief Justice Paul Newby Visits Brunswick, New Hanover, and Pender Counties During 100 County Tour
At each county courthouse, he greets courthouse personnel to thank them for their hard work and dedication in keeping courts open this year.
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Mapping Reveals Extreme Racial Disparities in North Carolina Driver’s License Suspensions, New Website Offers Help
NCPBRC has created a story map project that reveals extreme racial disparities in North Carolina driver’s license suspensions by county.
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New Hanover County Courthouse Will Reduce Office Hours
Beginning Wednesday, April 8, the New Hanover County Clerk of Courts Office will be open between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
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Supreme Court of North Carolina Cancels April and May Travel Sessions
Travel sessions of court planned for Durham, New Hanover, Cumberland, and Moore counties are canceled due to COVID-19 health concerns.
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Chief Justice Beasley Declares Catastrophic Conditions Exist or Have Existed in New Hanover County and in Pender by Hurricane Dorian
View an order on September 17 from Chief Justice Beasley regarding catastrophic conditions existing in New Hanover and in Pender Counties.
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New Hanover County Holds Signing Ceremony for School Justice Partnership Renewal
The SJP memorandum aims to keep kids in school and out of court.
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New Hanover County to Hold Signing Ceremony for School Justice Partnership Renewal
The SJP aims to keep kids in school and out of court by reducing law enforcement involvement in minor misconduct at schools.
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Chief Justice Martin Issues New Order for Counties Affected by Hurricane Florence
An order from Chief Justice Martin regarding counties affected by Hurricane Florence.
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Chief Justice Martin Issues Order for Counties Subject to Mandatory Evacuation Due to Hurricane Florence
An order from Chief Justice Martin regarding counties subject to mandatory evacuation due to Hurricane Florence.
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Court of Appeals to Hold Special Session in New Hanover County
The Court of Appeals is holding a special session in Wilmington on June 20 at the New Hanover County Histor
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Judge J. H. Corpening II Receives Judge of the Year Award
The Honorable J. H. Corpening II, received national recognition when he was presented with the David W. Soukup Judge of the Year Award.
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eCourts Civil Domestic Violence System Launches in New Hanover County to Increase Victim Safety
New Hanover County court officials today announced the launch of a new eCourts Civil Domestic Violence System.
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District Attorney Benjamin R. David Receives Razor Walker Award
Benjamin R. David, recently received the Watson College of Education 2017 Razor Walker Award.
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New Hanover County Commissioners Recognize Retired Chief District Court Judge Gilbert Burnett
The New Hanover County Board of Commissioners recognized retired Chief District Court Judge Gilbert Burnett.
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Southeastern Courts Grant Amnesty to Veterans on Some Charges
A special session of district court for Judicial Districts 5 and 13 entitled Veteran's Amnesty Day will be held.
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