By North Carolina Judicial Branch
Press Release
26th Judicial District Announces Operational Changes Impacting Criminal Matters in Superior and District Court
Operational changes will be implemented, effective January 2, 2024, for courtrooms 1150, 4330, 5310, 8330, 8350, 8370, and 8390.
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Chief Justice Paul Newby Appoints Margaret Eagles as Chief District Court Judge for Wake County
Judge Eagles will begin serving as chief district court judge February 1, 2024.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
Niccoya "Nicky" Dobson Appointed Chief Public Defender in District 4
District 4 covers Duplin, Jones, and Sampson Counties.
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Chief Justice's Task Force on ACEs-Informed Courts Issues Final Report
The report memorializes the work of the ACEs Task Force and provides recommendations for further integration of trauma-informed care.
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All Things Judicial Features Interview with Former Judge Lillian B. Jordan
Jordan was a role model for women seeking a career in the legal field.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
All Things Judicial Focuses on District 11A Veterans Treatment Court
The goal of each VTC is to connect eligible veterans with benefits and treatment earned through military service.
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All Things Judicial Features an Interview with Guilford County Attorney G. Stevenson Crihfield
Crihfield helped bring attention to mental health issues in his legal community.
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Harnett County Veterans Treatment Court Celebrates 10 Years
Veterans Treatment Court helps veterans involved in the justice system due to mental health disorders, trauma, and substance use.
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North Carolina Collaboratory to Study N.C. Treatment Courts
This strategic plan is an opportunity to address the impacts of the opioid crisis and other substance addictions harming communities.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
Twelve N.C. Counties to Transition to eCourts on February 5, 2024
Track 3 includes Beaufort, Camden, Chowan, Currituck, Dare, Gates, Hyde, Martin, Pasquotank, Perquimans, Tyrrell, and Washington Counties.
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Pro Bono Go: North Carolina's New One-Stop Shop for Pro Bono Opportunities
The new statewide platform is for legal professionals seeking pro bono service that makes a meaningful difference for North Carolinians.
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All Things Judicial "Fright Court" Episode Focuses on Two Haunted County Courthouses and the Tale of Legendary Accused Murderer Tom Dooley
Each Halloween, we release a special episode called "Fright Court," where we focus on ghostly legends associated with our legal community.
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North Carolina State Leaders Hold Behavioral Health Roundtable
The roundtable was an opportunity for North Carolina state leaders to use the Miami-Dade Criminal Mental Health Project as a model.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
Chief Justice Paul Newby Declares Third Week of October 2023 as Conflict Resolution Week
Conflict Resolution Week is intended to recognize the importance of dispute resolution to the Judicial Branch and to North Carolinians.
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All Things Judicial Features Interview with Beaufort County Attorney Claude R. Wheatly, Jr.
He earned recognition and praise as a general practitioner in Beaufort County for over 70 years.
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eCourts is Now Live in Mecklenburg County
Now that eCourts is live, eFiling is required for attorneys for any new filings (including subsequent filings in open cases) in Mecklenburg.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
Forsyth County Courts Moving into New Courthouse
Court officials will begin moving to the new courthouse October 9 with an opening date of October 23, 2023.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
eCourts to Launch in Mecklenburg County on Monday, October 9, 2023
Once eCourts is live, eFiling will be required for attorneys for any new filings (including subsequent filings in open cases).
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
North Carolina Conference of Clerks of Superior Court 2023-2024 Officers Sworn In
The Honorable Catawba County Clerk of Superior Court Kim Sigmon was installed as the new president.
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All Things Judicial Focuses on Legal Deserts and Access to Justice in Rural Communities
Almost half of NC counties are considered "legal deserts," which is defined as having fewer than one attorney per 1,000 residents.
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