September 2, 2022 , General News

Governor Cooper Appoints District and Superior Court Judges

Governor Roy Cooper has announced the following judicial appointments to Superior Court District 4 and District Court District 26.

August 31, 2022 , General News

eCourts Target Date for Pilot County Odyssey ICMS Implementation

The Odyssey ICMS is projected to launch in four pilot counties of Harnett, Johnston, Lee, and Wake.

August 26, 2022 , General News

Governor Cooper Appoints District Attorney for Cabarrus County

Governor Roy Cooper has appointed Ashlie P. Shanley to serve as district attorney in Prosecutorial District 25 (Cabarrus County).

August 17, 2022 , Press Release

Jury Duty Scam Alert for Cumberland County

Cumberland County residents are receiving calls from someone posing as law enforcement indicating a judge has signed an arrest warrant.

August 3, 2022 , Press Release

All Things Judicial Features an Interview with former Chief Justice James G. Exum, Jr.

Exum reflects on his early life, career in the state judicial system, and the importance of the judiciary in maintaining our democracy.

July 14, 2022 , Press Release

26th Judicial District (Mecklenburg County) Announces All Sessions of Court Will Operate as Normally Scheduled on July 15, 2022

The Mecklenburg County Clerk of Superior Court’s Office will be open to the public between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

July 14, 2022 , Press Release

26th Judicial District (Mecklenburg County) Announces Court Closures Due to the Presence of Gas Odor Permeating the Courthouse

All sessions of district and superior court are cancelled for the afternoon session on Thursday, July 14, 2022.

June 17, 2022 , General News

Supreme Court Amends the North Carolina Business Court Rules

The Supreme Court’s order amending the rules was adopted on June 15 and is effective on July 1, 2022.

May 3, 2022 , Press Release

Three-Judge Panel Concludes Hearing in State v. Bryant, Et. Al.

The case arises from the murder of Nathaniel Jones on November 15, 2002.

April 26, 2022 , General News

Two Judicial Branch Employees Honored with Caswell Awards for 45 Years of Public Service

Anson County Clerk of Superior Court Marcus Hammonds and Chowan County Clerk of Superior Court Michael McArthur are the honorees.

March 14, 2022 , Press Release

Face Covering Mandate and Other COVID-19 Protocols Lifted as 26th Judicial District (Mecklenburg County) Expands Court Operations

Administrative Order (22-R-396) addresses the use of face coverings and other COVID-19 protocols in the Mecklenburg County Courthouse.

March 11, 2022 , General News

Governor Cooper Announces Two Judicial Appointments

The Governor announced two judicial appointments to superior and district courts today.

February 21, 2022 , Press Release

UPDATED: 26th Judicial District (Mecklenburg County) Announces Modified Court Operations effective March 1, 2022 through March 31, 2022

The new modifications to court operations are effective March 1-31, 2022. See the updated attached reference chart for full details.

January 21, 2022 , Press Release

26th Judicial District (Mecklenburg County) Announces Modified Court Operations effective February 1, 2022 through February 28, 2022

The new modifications to court operations are effective February 1-28, 2022. See the attached reference chart for full details.

January 20, 2022 , Press Release

26th Judicial District (Mecklenburg County) Announces All Sessions of Court Will Operate as Normally Scheduled on January 21, 2022

All court sessions will operate normally on Friday. See full details.

January 19, 2022 , Press Release

26th Judicial District (Mecklenburg County) Announces a CODE GREEN – SEVERE Weather Alert for Court Operations on January 19, 2022

Many court sessions are delayed. See full details for times.

January 17, 2022 , Press Release

26th Judicial District (Mecklenburg County) Announces a CODE GREEN – SEVERE Weather Alert for Court Operations on January 18, 2022

Many court sessions are canceled with some exceptions and delayed openings. See full details.

December 14, 2021 , Press Release

26th Judicial District (Mecklenburg County) Announces Modified Court Operations effective January 1, 2022 through January 31, 2022

The new modifications to court operations are effective January 1-31, 2022. See the attached reference chart for full details.

December 3, 2021 , General News

Governor Cooper Announces Four Judicial Appointments

Governor Roy Cooper announced four judicial appointments to Superior and District Courts across the state.

November 24, 2021 , Press Release

Governor Cooper Appoints Superior Court Judge for Mecklenburg County

Kimberly Best will fill the vacant seat created by the retirement of Robert Bell.