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Stay up to date with the latest judicial news, information, press releases, and more on the court system around the state.
All Things Judicial Features an Interview with Former Forsyth County Attorney William F. Womble
Womble was the very first recipient of the Chief Justice's Professionalism Award.
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Chief Justice Paul Newby Proclaims January 2024 as Human Trafficking Awareness Month for the Judicial Branch
January 11 is proclaimed as Human Trafficking Awareness Day.
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Public Defender Office to be Established in Judicial District 7 (Bertie, Halifax, Hertford, and Northampton counties)
The chief public defender will be installed in January 2024 with the main office being located at the Northampton County Courthouse.
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All Things Judicial Features a Discussion on the History of the North Carolina Constitution
Excerpts from a 2023 discussion between Chief Justice Paul Newby and UNC Law Professor John Orth.
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26th Judicial District Announces Operational Changes Impacting Criminal Matters in Superior and District Court
Operational changes will be implemented, effective January 2, 2024, for courtrooms 1150, 4330, 5310, 8330, 8350, 8370, and 8390.
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Chief Justice Paul Newby Appoints Margaret Eagles as Chief District Court Judge for Wake County
Judge Eagles will begin serving as chief district court judge February 1, 2024.
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Niccoya "Nicky" Dobson Appointed Chief Public Defender in District 4
District 4 covers Duplin, Jones, and Sampson Counties.
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Chief Justice's Task Force on ACEs-Informed Courts Issues Final Report
The report memorializes the work of the ACEs Task Force and provides recommendations for further integration of trauma-informed care.
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All Things Judicial Features Interview with Former Judge Lillian B. Jordan
Jordan was a role model for women seeking a career in the legal field.
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Governor Cooper Announces Two Judicial Appointments for District and Superior Courts
Governor Roy Cooper has announced two judicial appointments to district court (16B) and superior court (19D).
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All Things Judicial Focuses on District 11A Veterans Treatment Court
The goal of each VTC is to connect eligible veterans with benefits and treatment earned through military service.
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Track 3 eCourts Training Registration and Resources
Find Track 3 eCourts training registration information and resources for the legal community.
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Portal and File & Serve (eFiling) Training Available for Attorneys and Judicial Partners in eCourts Track 3 Counties
Portal and File & Serve (eFiling) training sessions are now available for attorneys and judicial partners in eCourts Track 3 counties.
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Service Options in File & Serve and Proposed Order Submissions
This document shares important guidance for eCourts users.
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N.C. Administrative Office of the Courts Hosts First Tech Fair to Showcase Court Technology
The Tech Fair showcased court technology currently being utilized in courthouses across North Carolina.
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All Things Judicial Features an Interview with Guilford County Attorney G. Stevenson Crihfield
Crihfield helped bring attention to mental health issues in his legal community.
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Harnett County Veterans Treatment Court Celebrates 10 Years
Veterans Treatment Court helps veterans involved in the justice system due to mental health disorders, trauma, and substance use.
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Governor Cooper Announces Three Judicial Appointments
Justin Green, Lora T. Baker, and M. Jason Williams have been appointed to serve in district courts.
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North Carolina Collaboratory to Study N.C. Treatment Courts
This strategic plan is an opportunity to address the impacts of the opioid crisis and other substance addictions harming communities.
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Twelve N.C. Counties to Transition to eCourts on February 5, 2024
Track 3 includes Beaufort, Camden, Chowan, Currituck, Dare, Gates, Hyde, Martin, Pasquotank, Perquimans, Tyrrell, and Washington Counties.
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