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Chief Justice Newby Rescinds June 7 Order
As of the date of today's order, none of the Chief Justice's COVID-19 related emergency directives remain in place.
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Governor Cooper Appoints District Court Judge
Joal Broun will serve in Judicial District 15B (Chatham and Orange counties).
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Face Covering Mandate Lifted for Fully Vaccinated Individuals Inside Mecklenburg County Courthouse
This order is effective June 9 and rescinds and replaces provisions for face coverings and social distancing set forth in previous orders.
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Governor Roy Cooper Appoints Judges in Rowan and Cumberland Counties
Timothy Gould will serve as Superior Court Judge and Cull Jordan III as District Court Judge.
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All Things Judicial Features Interview with Former Chief Justice I. Beverly Lake Jr.
The interview was conducted in 2006 by former Associate Justice Willis Whichard.
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Chief Justice Newby Issues New Order
Chief Justice Paul Newby issued a new order today containing Emergency Directives related to COVID-19.
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A Celebration of Mecklenburg Declaration Day on the Latest Episode of All Things Judicial
All Things Judicial takes a deep-dive into the history, story, and controversy surrounding this event.
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Chief Justice Newby Announces Task Force on ACEs-Informed Courts
To understand the impact of ACEs on children and to develop strategies for addressing adverse childhood experiences within our court system.
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Mask Mandate to Remain in Effect Inside Mecklenburg County Courthouse
The local Administrative Order requiring face coverings for all persons entering the Mecklenburg County Courthouse shall remain in effect.
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Chief Justice Newby Issues New Order
New order amends most recent order by eliminating Emergency Directive 21.
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