By North Carolina Judicial Branch
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North Carolina Chief Justice's Commission on Professionalism Holds 20-Year Anniversary Celebration
The event was part of its Year of Professionalism activities and presented the Chief Justice’s Professionalism Awards to 3 former justices.
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Chief Justice Martin Appoints Chief District Court Judges in Judicial Districts 16A and 19B
Chief Justice Martin has appointed Judge Amy Wilson as chief district court judge for District 16A and Judge Lee Gavin for District 19B.
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Judge Valerie Zachary Appointed to the North Carolina Governor's School Board of Governors
Judge Zachary will serve on the Board of Governors, which acts as the advisory body to the program.
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Lenoir County Guardian ad Litem Celebrates 35th Anniversary
The North Carolina Guardian ad Litem (GAL) Program is celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2018.
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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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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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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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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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N.C. Court of Appeals Hires New Director of Staff Counsel
Jaye Bingham-Hinch succeeds Leslie Davis who held the position since 1989 and is retiring in August.
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N.C. Guardian ad Litem Program Celebrates 35 Years in July
July 2018 marks 35 years since the establishment of the Guardian ad Litem (GAL) Program in North Carolina.
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