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North Carolina Innocence Inquiry Commission Holds Hearing
The hearing related to two separate convictions in State vs. Merritt Williams Drayton.
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New Hanover County to Hold Signing Ceremony for School Justice Partnership Renewal
The SJP aims to keep kids in school and out of court by reducing law enforcement involvement in minor misconduct at schools.
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Chief Justice Beasley Extends Order Through June for Jones County Affected by Hurricane Florence
View an order on June 7 from Chief Justice Beasley regarding continuing catastrophic conditions in Jones County.
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North Carolina Sentencing and Policy Advisory Commission Study Recognized in Notable Government Documents
Sentencing and Policy Advisory Commission earns national recognition for its Study of Employment Collateral Consequences in North Carolina.
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TCA Completes Certified Court Manager Courses
Trial Court Administrator Charleston Carter received the Certified Court Manager (CCM) certification from the National
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Supreme Court Held Sessions in the North Carolina State Capitol to Celebrate Bicentennial Anniversary
As part of its bicentennial celebration, the Supreme Court of North Carolina held sessions of court in the N.C. State Capitol Building.
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WATCH LIVE WEDNESDAY: Supreme Court to Hold Court Sessions at North Carolina State Capitol May 28-29
As part of its bicentennial celebration, the Supreme Court will hold sessions of court in the North Carolina State Capitol Building.
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Forsyth County Clerk of Superior Court Susan S. Frye Presented with Friend of the Court Award
The Honorable Susan S. Frye, Forsyth County clerk of superior court received the “Friend of the Court” award by Chief Justice Beasley
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Supreme Court Holds Sessions in Eastern North Carolina to Celebrate Bicentennial Anniversary
The Supreme Court of North Carolina held traveling sessions in Halifax, Greenville and New Bern to celebrate its bicentennial anniversary.
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Governor Cooper Announces Judicial Appointment Serving Judicial District 11
Governor Roy Cooper has appointed a district court judge in District 11.
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NACM Inaugural Podcast Features Impact of Hurricane Florence on North Carolina Courts
Guests include Trial Court Administrator Ellen Hancox and Trial Court Coordinator Caitlin Emmons.
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Judge Reuben F. Young Takes Oath of Office on the Court of Appeals
Judge Reuben F. Young became the newest member of the North Carolina Court of Appeals today.
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Chief Justice Beasley Extends Order Through May for Jones County Affected by Hurricane Florence
View an order on May 8 from Chief Justice Beasley regarding continuing catastrophic conditions in Jones County.
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Judge Christopher Brook Takes Oath of Office on the Court of Appeals
Judge Christopher Brook became the newest member of the North Carolina Court of Appeals today.
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Supreme Court Celebrates Bicentennial Anniversary by Holding Court Sessions in Eastern North Carolina May 13-15
Watch live on Monday at 9:30 a.m. As part of its bicentennial celebration, the Supreme Court is holding sessions in Eastern North Carolina.
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Governor Cooper Announces Judicial Appointment, Serving Judicial District 10B
Governor Cooper appoints district court judge in District 10B.
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WATCH LIVE: Court of Appeals Judge Reuben F. Young to be Installed May 9 at 3 p.m.
A new judge of the Court of Appeals (COA) will be formally installed. Watch live on Facebook at 3 p.m.
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WATCH LIVE: Christopher Brook to be Installed as Court of Appeals Judge on May 7 at 3 p.m.
A new judge of the Court of Appeals (COA) will be formally installed. Watch live on Facebook at 3 p.m.
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Governor Roy Cooper Appoints New District Court Judges
New judges will serve Duplin, Jones, Onslow, Sampson, Randolph, Hoke and Moore Counties.
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N.C. Pro Bono Resource Center Announces 2018 Pro Bono Honor Society Inductees
The NCPBRC is proud to announce the induction of 468 attorneys into the 2018 North Carolina Pro Bono Society.
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