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Chief Justice Martin Extends 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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Governor Cooper Announces Judicial Appointments to Districts 16A and 29B
Governor Roy Cooper has announced the following judicial appointments to superior court districts 16A and 29B.
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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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North Carolina Recovery Courts to Hold Statewide Conference
Judicial officials to gather in Greensboro for the North Carolina T.E.A.M.S. Building Recovery Statewide Conference .
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Supreme Court Establishes Advisory Commission
The Supreme Court issued an administrative order establishing an advisory commission on portraits.
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Guardian ad Litem in Lenoir, Greene, and Wayne Counties Celebrates 35th Anniversary with Awards and Volunteer Recognition
GAL volunteers and staff recognized with awards for their contributions to the lives of abused and neglected children.
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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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Governor Cooper Announces Judicial Appointments to Districts 8, 18 and 29B
Governor Roy Cooper has announced the following judicial appointments to Districts 8, 18 and 29B.
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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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N.C. Equal Access to Justice Commission Unveils Hurricane Florence Impact Maps
Data reveals the impact of Hurricane Florence on North Carolina and the vulnerable populations who may potentially need legal help.
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North Carolina Innocence Inquiry Commission Refers Cases for Hearings
Supreme Court of North Carolina Chief Justice Mark Martin will appoint three superior court judges to hear the cases in Washington County.
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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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Governor Cooper Announces Judicial Appointment to District 9
Governor Roy Cooper has announced the following judicial appointment as district court judge in District 9.
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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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