October 22, 2019 , Press Release

Chief Justice Beasley Presents Court's Highest Award to Three Recipients

Court of Appeals Chief Judge Linda McGee, Attorney Tom Davis, Writer/Director Tom Earnhardt were presented with Friend of the Court awards.

October 21, 2019 , Press Release

“Self-Help Packet” Now Available for Self-Represented Litigants Seeking Simple Divorce

The packet is accessible online and provides guidance to an unrepresented party desiring to file for a simple divorce. 

October 17, 2019 , Press Release

Statement from Chief Justice Cheri Beasley Regarding Guilford County Chief District Court Judge Thomas Jarrell

We are shocked and saddened by the news from Judge Tom Jarrell's autopsy results.

October 14, 2019 , Press Release

Former Chief Justice Beasley Declares Third Week of October 2019 as North Carolina Conflict Resolution Week

Conflict Resolution Week is intended to recognize the importance of dispute resolution to the State, its courts, and its citizens. 

October 7, 2019 , General News

Governor Cooper Appoints Rowan County Chief District Court Judge Charlie Brown to Governor’s Crime Commission

Brown will fulfill the unexpired term of Guilford County Chief District Court Judge Tom Jarrell, who died unexpectedly August 3, 2019.

October 3, 2019 , Press Release

North Carolina State Bar Target of Ransomware Attack

A cybersecurity incident occurred this week at the State Bar.

October 2, 2019 , Press Release

Supreme Court Holds Sessions in North Carolina’s Piedmont to Celebrate Bicentennial Anniversary

Supreme Court met in Salisbury, Asheboro and Winston-Salem September 30 - October 2

October 1, 2019 , Press Release

North Carolina Sentencing and Policy Advisory Commission Honors 25th Anniversary of Enactment of Structured Sentencing

Governor Roy Cooper proclaimed today as Structured Sentencing Day in North Carolina.

September 27, 2019 , General News

Governor Roy Cooper Appoints Two Judges to District Courts

Governor Cooper appointed two new judges to district courts in Union and Mecklenburg counties respectively.

September 26, 2019 , Press Release

Supreme Court Celebrates Bicentennial Anniversary by Holding Two Court Sessions in Forsyth County

The Supreme Court will hold two sessions of court at the Forsyth County Hall of Justice in Winston-Salem on October 2.

September 25, 2019 , Press Release

WATCH LIVE MON-WED: Supreme Court Celebrates 200th Anniversary by Holding Court Sessions in North Carolina Piedmont

Supreme Court will hold court sessions in Salisbury, Asheboro, and Winston-Salem Sept. 30 - Oct. 2. Watch live on Facebook.

September 17, 2019 , General News

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.

September 12, 2019 , Press Release

Statement from Chief Justice Beasley on the Passing of Former Chief Justice I. Beverly Lake, Jr.

I was saddened today to learn of the passing of former Chief Justice I. Beverly Lake, Jr.

September 12, 2019 , Press Release

North Carolina Innocence Inquiry Commission Holds Hearing

On September 9-10, 2019, the North Carolina Innocence Inquiry Commission held a hearing in State v. Kenneth Leon Evans.

September 12, 2019 , Press Release

Perquimans County Clerk of Superior Court Selected to Serve on eCourts Advisory Committee

Perquimans County Clerk of Superior Court Todd W. Tilley has been appointed to serve on the eCourts Advisory Committee.

September 10, 2019 , Press Release

Edgecombe County Community Forum September 28: Connect with the Community Resources Available to You

15th biennium Community Forum is free to the public and helps connect citizens with community resources available.

September 10, 2019 , Press Release

Chief Justice Beasley Announces Rule Changes to Strengthen Families and Support Children

Rule changes allow North Carolina attorneys to designate up to 12 weeks without court appearances when a child is born or adopted.

September 6, 2019 , Press Release

WATCH LIVE SEPT. 10: Chief Justice Beasley to Announce Rule Changes to Strengthen Families and Support Children

Tuesday, September 10, to announce efforts to strengthen families and support children in the legal community.

September 3, 2019 , General News

Hurricane Dorian Courthouse Closings and Advisories

Court sessions, offices, and courthouses are reporting changes in hours and closings due to Hurricane Dorian.

August 30, 2019 , General News

Jones County Courthouse to Reopen on September 3, 2019

The courthouse was closed for months due to damage from Hurricane Florence.