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MEDIA ADVISORY :: Active Shooter Exercise Planned for Granville County Courthouse
The courthouse will be closed to the public during this time.
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All Things Judicial Features Interview with Attorney Walter F. Brinkley, Jr.
Inspired by father's real-life "To Kill a Mockingbird" trial, Brinkley participated in U.S. Supreme Court case to desegregate UNC Law.
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Assistant Public Defender Receives 2022 Professionalism Award
The award was presented to Max Ashworth by Chief Justice Paul Newby.
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Online Requests for Dismissal or Speeding Reduction of Traffic Citations Launches in Guide & File for eCourts Pilot Counties
Now available in Guide & File for eCourts pilot counties only (Harnett, Johnston, Lee, Wake).
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Chief Justice Paul Newby Proclaims May 2023 as Treatment Court Month for the North Carolina Judicial Branch
As of January 2023, there are a total of 71 treatment courts serving 37 North Carolina counties.
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Chief Justice Paul Newby Proclaims April 30 - May 6 as Employee Appreciation Week for the Judicial Branch
May 3 had been declared as Employee Appreciation Day.
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All Things Judicial Highlights Guardian ad Litem Attorney Advocates
Chief Justice Paul Newby proclaims April as North Carolina Guardian ad Litem Volunteer Appreciation Month for the Judicial Branch.
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Governor Cooper Appoints District Court Judge for Gaston County
Governor Roy Cooper has appointed Edgar F. Bogle to serve as District Court Judge in Judicial District 27A serving Gaston County.
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All Things Judicial Highlights Guardian ad Litem Child Advocate Volunteers
Chief Justice Paul Newby proclaims April as North Carolina Guardian ad Litem Volunteer Appreciation Month for the Judicial Branch.
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Supreme Court Amends Mediation Rule Sets and Adopts New Standard of Professional Conduct for Mediators
The Supreme Court’s orders were adopted on 4 April 2023, and the amendments become effective on 1 May 2023.
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Chief Justice Paul Newby Proclaims April as North Carolina Guardian ad Litem Volunteer Appreciation Month for the Judicial Branch
Appreciation events are planned throughout the state this month to recognize and celebrate GAL volunteers and pro bono attorneys.
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All Things Judicial Highlights the Wake County Legal Support Center
Episode explains the Center's creation and operation and includes a tour of the Center with Judge Dunston.
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International Delegates Learn About North Carolina Alternative Dispute Resolution
A delegation from the Republic of Ghana in West Africa recently met with the North Carolina Dispute Resolution Commission (NCDRC).
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Wayne County Clerk of Superior Court's Office Changes Public Hours of Operation
Beginning April 3, 2023: The Clerk's Office will be open to the public 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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All Things Judicial Discusses how Hollywood Portrays Lawyers and Judges in Film
Judge Lucy Inman and screenwriter and producer Billy Warden discuss their favorite legal-themed movies.
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Judicial Branch Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2021–22 Now Available Online
An overview of the Judicial Branch for fiscal year 2021-22. Also, find Statistical and Operational Reports and more annual statistics.
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Rowan County Court Makes Courtroom Kid Friendly
Rowan County court officials recently installed a mural to help make court less intimidating for children, youth, and families.
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Governor Cooper Appoints Two Judges
Sally Kirby Turner as superior court judge in District 27B and J. Alex Pully as district court judge in District 3B.
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Supreme Court Amends Rule 26 of the Rules of Appellate Procedure
The order was adopted on 1 March 2023, nunc pro tunc 13 February 2023, and the amendments apply to cases that are appealed.
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All Things Judicial Interviews Campbell Law School Dean Rich Leonard
Leonard shares stories from his personal and professional life and expounds on his recent book "From Welcome to Windhoek: A Judge's Journey"
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