By North Carolina Judicial Branch
News
Stay up to date with the latest judicial news, information, press releases, and more on the court system around the state.
Judges Recognized for Certification as Science and Technology Resource Judges
The judges have been certified as Science and Technology Resource Judges for our State by the National Courts and Sciences Institute (NCSI).
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
Tonya Davis Barber Appointed to the Commission on Indigent Defense Services
Barber's term runs from September 1, 2022, through August 3, 2026.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
Annual "Fright Court" Episode of All Things Judicial Focuses on the Old Beaufort County Courthouse
The Old Beaufort County Courthouse is allegedly haunted by the ghost of Reverend George Carawan, who was tried for murder in 1853.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
Governor Cooper Appoints Superior Court Judge for Guilford County
Stephanie L. Reese will serve as Superior Court Judge in Judicial District 18B, serving part of Guilford County.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
Chief Justice Paul Newby Proclaims the Week of October 24-28 as Innocence Inquiry Commission Week
This year marks 15 years of operation for the Innocence Inquiry Commission.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
Chief Justice Paul Newby Declares Third Week of October 2022 as Conflict Resolution Week
Conflict Resolution Week is intended to recognize the importance of dispute resolution to the Judicial Branch and to North Carolinians.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
All Things Judicial Highlights the North Carolina Dispute Resolution Commission
Each year, the North Carolina Judicial Branch recognizes Conflict Resolution Day which falls on October 20, 2022.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
Chief Justice Paul Newby Completes His Historic 100-County Tour from Murphy to Manteo
Newby is the first sitting chief justice to visit all of North Carolina's courthouses from Murphy to Manteo.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
North Carolina Judicial Branch Employees Recognized at Certified Public Manager Program Commencement Event
40th Anniversary event also recognizes two 2020 graduates from NCAOC.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
North Carolina Conference of Clerks of Superior Court 2022-2023 Officers Sworn In
The 2022-2023 executive officers were sworn in by Supreme Court of North Carolina Associate Justice Phil Berger, Jr.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
Chief Justice Paul Newby's 100-County Tour Nears Completion with Visits to Greene, Lenoir, and Wayne Counties
These three county courthouses are 96, 97, and 98 out of the 100 counties on his tour.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
26th Judicial District (Mecklenburg County) Announces a CODE GREEN – SEVERE Weather Alert for Court Operations on September 30, 2022
All morning sessions will proceed as scheduled. All afternoon sessions of court are canceled.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
All Things Judicial Features an Interview with Historic Superior Court Judge Shirley L. Fulton
Fulton was the first African American woman prosecutor in Mecklenburg County, and first African American woman superior court judge in NC.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
Supreme Court of North Carolina to Hold Session at Historic 1767 Chowan County Courthouse October 3-4
The Supreme Court of North Carolina will hold its October session of court at the Historic 1767 Chowan County Courthouse in Edenton.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
MEMORANDUM :: eCourts Launch Delay
In order to ensure a successful launch, the decision has been made to delay the pilot county eCourts Odyssey ICMS.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
All Things Judicial Features Chief Justice Paul Newby and University of North Carolina Professor John Orth in a Constitution Day Episode
Newby and Orth co-authored the book entitled, "The North Carolina State Constitution."
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
Chief Justice Paul Newby's 100-County Tour Visits Cabarrus, Rowan, and Union Counties
The tour began in May 2021, and when completed, Newby will be the first chief justice to visit all of North Carolina's courthouses.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
Chief Justice Paul Newby's 100-County Tour Visits Randolph County
The tour began in May 2021, and when completed, Newby will be the first chief justice to visit all of North Carolina's courthouses.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
Chief Justice Paul Newby's 100-County Tour Visits Montgomery, Moore, Randolph, and Stanly Counties
The tour began in May 2021, and when completed, Newby will be the first chief justice to visit all of North Carolina's courthouses.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch
Governor Cooper Appoints District and Superior Court Judges
Governor Roy Cooper has announced the following judicial appointments to Superior Court District 4 and District Court District 26.
By North Carolina Judicial Branch