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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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N.C. Dispute Resolution Commission Presents Inaugural Up and Coming Mediator Award
The North Carolina Dispute Resolution Commission (NCDRC) has named Ketan Soni as the 2018 recipient of the Up and Coming Mediator Award.
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Former Chief Justice Martin Proclaims Third Week of October as Conflict Resolution Week in North Carolina
Conflict Resolution Week is intended to recognize the importance of dispute resolution to the State, its courts, and its citizens.
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N.C. Equal Access to Justice Commission Unveils Hurricane Florence Impact Maps
Data reveals the impact of Hurricane Florence on North Carolina and the vulnerable populations who may potentially need legal help.
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North Carolina Innocence Inquiry Commission Refers Cases for Hearings
Supreme Court of North Carolina Chief Justice Mark Martin will appoint three superior court judges to hear the cases in Washington County.
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Onslow County Court Officials Designate Alternate Court Locations Through End of 2018
Due to the loss of regular court facilities from Hurricane Florence, alternate sites for holding courts are listed through the end of 2018.
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Governor Cooper Announces Judicial Appointment to District 9
Governor Roy Cooper has announced the following judicial appointment as district court judge in District 9.
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Chief Justice Martin Issues 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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Supreme Court Approves Amended Rule Allowing Out-of-State Lawyers to Provide Pro Bono Assistance Due to Hurricane Florence
The temporary amendment to the rules of the North Carolina State Bar will expire on January 16, 2019.
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McDowell County Honors Five Members of North Carolina’s Appellate Courts
The Judicial Branch joined McDowell County officials and community in celebration of the county’s 175th anniversary.
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Chief Justice Martin Issues New Order for Counties Affected by Hurricane Florence
An order from Chief Justice Martin regarding counties affected by Hurricane Florence.
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Onslow County Court Officials Designate Alternate Court Locations Due to Flooding
Flooding has forced the relocation of the District Courts and the Clerk of Court's personnel from the Summersill Building to other sites.
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McDowell County Honors Five Appellate Court Judges
The McDowell County Bar Association and the McDowell County community are honoring five members of North Carolina’s appellate courts.
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Chief Justice Martin Issues Order for Counties Subject to Mandatory Evacuation Due to Hurricane Florence
An order from Chief Justice Martin regarding counties subject to mandatory evacuation due to Hurricane Florence.
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Hurricane Florence Affecting Courthouses Across North Carolina
Updated 9/24: Many court sessions and offices are reporting changes in hours of operation and closings due to adverse weather.
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Cumberland County Courts and Fort Bragg Partner to Offer Domestic Violence eFiling System to Increase Victim Safety
Cumberland County courts and Fort Bragg have partnered to offer a safer way to get domestic violence protective orders on base.
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Alamance County Computer, Internet, and Phone Outage RESOLVED
The Alamance County Clerk’s office announces the computers and phone system are back up and running.
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