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Chief Justice Beasley Makes Appointments to the Rules Advisory Commission
The Rules Advisory Commission was created by the Supreme Court of North Carolina in September to recommend changes to court rules.
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Supreme Court Library Receives Law License of North Carolina’s First Woman Lawyer
Tabitha Holton’s 1878 law license is now part of the Supreme Court of North Carolina’s collection of historic legal artifacts.
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Chief Justice Beasley Presents Court's Highest Award to Three Recipients
Court of Appeals Chief Judge Linda McGee, Attorney Tom Davis, Writer/Director Tom Earnhardt were presented with Friend of the Court awards.
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“Self-Help Packet” Now Available for Self-Represented Litigants Seeking Simple Divorce
The packet is accessible online and provides guidance to an unrepresented party desiring to file for a simple divorce.
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Statement from Chief Justice Cheri Beasley Regarding Guilford County Chief District Court Judge Thomas Jarrell
We are shocked and saddened by the news from Judge Tom Jarrell's autopsy results.
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Former Chief Justice Beasley Declares Third Week of October 2019 as North Carolina Conflict Resolution Week
Conflict Resolution Week is intended to recognize the importance of dispute resolution to the State, its courts, and its citizens.
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North Carolina State Bar Target of Ransomware Attack
A cybersecurity incident occurred this week at the State Bar.
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Supreme Court Holds Sessions in North Carolina’s Piedmont to Celebrate Bicentennial Anniversary
Supreme Court met in Salisbury, Asheboro and Winston-Salem September 30 - October 2
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North Carolina Sentencing and Policy Advisory Commission Honors 25th Anniversary of Enactment of Structured Sentencing
Governor Roy Cooper proclaimed today as Structured Sentencing Day in North Carolina.
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Supreme Court Celebrates Bicentennial Anniversary by Holding Two Court Sessions in Forsyth County
The Supreme Court will hold two sessions of court at the Forsyth County Hall of Justice in Winston-Salem on October 2.
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WATCH LIVE MON-WED: Supreme Court Celebrates 200th Anniversary by Holding Court Sessions in North Carolina Piedmont
Supreme Court will hold court sessions in Salisbury, Asheboro, and Winston-Salem Sept. 30 - Oct. 2. Watch live on Facebook.
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Statement from Chief Justice Beasley on the Passing of Former Chief Justice I. Beverly Lake, Jr.
I was saddened today to learn of the passing of former Chief Justice I. Beverly Lake, Jr.
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North Carolina Innocence Inquiry Commission Holds Hearing
On September 9-10, 2019, the North Carolina Innocence Inquiry Commission held a hearing in State v. Kenneth Leon Evans.
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Perquimans County Clerk of Superior Court Selected to Serve on eCourts Advisory Committee
Perquimans County Clerk of Superior Court Todd W. Tilley has been appointed to serve on the eCourts Advisory Committee.
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Edgecombe County Community Forum September 28: Connect with the Community Resources Available to You
15th biennium Community Forum is free to the public and helps connect citizens with community resources available.
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Chief Justice Beasley Announces Rule Changes to Strengthen Families and Support Children
Rule changes allow North Carolina attorneys to designate up to 12 weeks without court appearances when a child is born or adopted.
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WATCH LIVE SEPT. 10: Chief Justice Beasley to Announce Rule Changes to Strengthen Families and Support Children
Tuesday, September 10, to announce efforts to strengthen families and support children in the legal community.
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Chief Justice Beasley to Visit Randolph County
Chief Justice Cheri Beasley will spend the day in Randolph County visiting with students, court officials, and faith leaders.
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Three-Judge Panel Makes Decision for James Blackmon
The three-judge panel unanimously concluded that Blackmon had proven that he was innocent of second-degree murder.
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Supreme Court Celebrates Bicentennial Anniversary by Holding Two Court Sessions in Rowan County
The Rowan County judicial community will host the Supreme Court of North Carolina as part of the Court’s bicentennial celebration.
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