She is the first Native American female chief district court judge in the State of North Carolina.

The swearing-in occurred at the Carteret County Courthouse and was administered by Chief Justice Paul Newby.

Chief Justice-Elect Newby, Associate Justice-Elect Berger, and Associate Justice-Elect Barringer will be invested in a virtual ceremony.

Chief Justice Newby took the oath of office shortly after midnight, administered by Judge Andrew Heath.

Chief Justice Beasley issued an order today further extending time in certain bail bond forfeiture proceedings.

Chief Judge Linda M. McGee and Judge Wanda G. Bryant, both serving on the North Carolina Court of Appeals, are retiring today, December 31.

The Commission will make recommendations to reduce and eliminate disparate treatment, impacts, and outcomes in the judicial system.

Chief Justice Cheri Beasley announced the following appointments effective Friday, January 1, 2021.

The decision comes just weeks after an official recommendation was submitted by an advisory commission established by the Court.

The clerk’s office remains open, but the number of staff available may be reduced due to safety precautions and adjusted working schedules.