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Supreme Court Justices and Court of Appeals Judges Participate in a Live Presentation of North Carolina’s 1868 Constitution
The event celebrated the 150th anniversary of the 1868 N.C. Constitution and the Supreme Court’s bicentennial anniversary.
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North Carolina Innocence Inquiry Commission Holds Hearing
The North Carolina Innocence Inquiry Commission (NCIIC) held a hearing in State vs. James Blackmon (Wake – 83 CRS 84695).
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Chief Justice Martin Appoints Chief District Court Judge in Judicial District 19A
Chief Justice Mark Martin has appointed Judge Christy E. Wilhelm as chief district court judge of Judicial District 19A (Cabarrus County).
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Courtroom Wireless Now Available in Over Half of the State
Over half of the courtrooms across the state now offer wireless access for the public as they conduct judicial business in the courtroom.
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North Carolina Receives an “A” Rating in the National Fight Against Human Trafficking
The grade is vital in understanding and comparing North Carolina’s Human Trafficking Commission on a national level.
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Supreme Court Justices and Court of Appeals Judges to Participate in a Live Presentation of North Carolina’s 1868 Constitution
This event is being held to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the 1868 Constitution and the Supreme Court’s bicentennial anniversary.
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Harnett County Veterans Treatment Court Celebrates 5th Anniversary
View a gallery of photos from the 5 year anniversary celebration.
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North Carolina Chief Justice's Commission on Professionalism Holds 20-Year Anniversary Celebration
The event was part of its Year of Professionalism activities and presented the Chief Justice’s Professionalism Awards to 3 former justices.
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Chief Justice Martin Extends Order for Jones and Onslow Counties Affected by Hurricane Florence
View an order from Chief Justice Martin regarding Jones and Onslow counties affected by Hurricane Florence.
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Governor Cooper Announces Judicial Appointments to Districts 16A and 29B
Governor Roy Cooper has announced the following judicial appointments to superior court districts 16A and 29B.
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Chief Justice Martin Appoints Chief District Court Judges in Judicial Districts 16A and 19B
Chief Justice Martin has appointed Judge Amy Wilson as chief district court judge for District 16A and Judge Lee Gavin for District 19B.
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Judge Valerie Zachary Appointed to the North Carolina Governor's School Board of Governors
Judge Zachary will serve on the Board of Governors, which acts as the advisory body to the program.
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North Carolina Recovery Courts to Hold Statewide Conference
Judicial officials to gather in Greensboro for the North Carolina T.E.A.M.S. Building Recovery Statewide Conference .
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Supreme Court Establishes Advisory Commission
The Supreme Court issued an administrative order establishing an advisory commission on portraits.
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Guardian ad Litem in Lenoir, Greene, and Wayne Counties Celebrates 35th Anniversary with Awards and Volunteer Recognition
GAL volunteers and staff recognized with awards for their contributions to the lives of abused and neglected children.
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Lenoir County Guardian ad Litem Celebrates 35th Anniversary
The North Carolina Guardian ad Litem (GAL) Program is celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2018.
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Governor Cooper Announces Judicial Appointments to Districts 8, 18 and 29B
Governor Roy Cooper has announced the following judicial appointments to Districts 8, 18 and 29B.
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Court Date Notifications and Reminders for Criminal Cases Now Available via Text and Email
The Judicial Branch has launched a new service to subscribe to criminal court date notifications and reminders via email or text.
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N.C. Human Trafficking Commission Releases Inaugural Grant Funding Request for Proposals
The Commission welcomes all projects that fall within the eligibility guidelines and funding priorities.
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Jones County Court Officials Designate Alternate Court Location
Due to the loss of regular court facilities from Hurricane Florence, an alternate site has been designated.
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