July 1, 2022 , Press Release

Chief Justice Newby Proclaims July 2022 as Juror Appreciation Month in the Judicial Branch

The ceremonial proclamation declares Juror Appreciation Month “to recognize the importance of jury service to the community.”

June 29, 2022 , Press Release

Chief Justice Newby Praises Judicial Branch Budget Enhancement

Chief Justice Newby urged lawmakers and the Governor to pass the proposed budget into law as soon as possible.

June 28, 2022 , Press Release

Chief Justice Paul Newby Resumes 100-County Tour with Visits to 10 North Carolina Counties

The tour began in May 2021 and after tomorrow's visits, Newby will have visited  67 county courthouses across North Carolina.

June 28, 2022 , Press Release

Court Reporters Participate in Oral History Project

Court reporters participated in a community service project during their annual educational conference.

June 27, 2022 , Press Release

26th Judicial District Announces Changes To Scheduling In Courtrooms 1130 And 1150

The next phase involves the scheduling of cases in Courtrooms 1130 and 1150.

June 22, 2022 , Press Release

All Things Judicial Focuses on North Carolina Magistrates

Magistrates are often the public's first contact with judicial review.

June 21, 2022 , Press Release

Murder Conviction Vacated as a Result of North Carolina Innocence Inquiry Commission Investigation

On June 16, Forsyth County Superior Court Judge Richard Gottlieb vacated the conviction of Merritt Williams.

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.

June 15, 2022 , General News

Edgecombe County Courthouse Closed for Renovations June 17-24, 2022

For immediate filings or office assistance, please contact our Rocky Mount Judicial Center Courthouse.

June 14, 2022 , General News

Governor Cooper Announces Four Judicial Appointments

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

June 8, 2022 , Press Release

All Things Judicial Features an Interview with former Chief Justice Burley Mitchell

Mitchell created the Chief Justice's Commission on Professionalism with the mission to enhance professionalism among NC lawyers.

May 25, 2022 , Press Release

Latest All Things Judicial Podcast Explores the Lifesaving Work of Recovery Courts

Listen as a recovery court graduate gives a moving testimony about her life's journey and how recovery court was truly lifesaving.

May 17, 2022 , Press Release

26th Judicial District Recovery Court S.T.E.P. Program to Hold Celebrations

Two celebrations will be held to honor and recognize participants for their dedication to recovery.

May 13, 2022 , Press Release

MEDIA ADVISORY :: 8th Judicial District Family Accountability and Recovery Court (FARC) to Hold Celebration

The celebration luncheon will recognize and honor several participants for their dedication to recovery and the graduation from FARC.

May 11, 2022 , Press Release

Latest All Things Judicial Podcast Provides a Tour of Moores Creek National Battlefield

The Battle of Moores Creek Bridge occurred on February 27, 1776, and was America's first decisive battlefield victory.

May 10, 2022 , Press Release

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE :: Inviting Public Comment on Child Support Guidelines

The Conference of Chief District Court Judges is reviewing the statewide presumptive child support guidelines.

May 9, 2022 , General News

North Carolina Court of Appeals Relaunches the Summer Appellate Seminar for Law Students

This is a free, remote learning experience for law students interested in North Carolina appellate practice.

May 9, 2022 , Press Release

MEDIA ADVISORY :: Supreme Court to Hold Session at Historic Burke County Courthouse May 23-24, 2022

The Supreme Court of North Carolina will hold its May session of court at the Historic Burke County Courthouse in Morganton.

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.

May 2, 2022 , Press Release

Chief Justice Paul Newby Proclaims May as Drug Court Month for the Judicial Branch

Drug Court Month is a celebration of the lives restored through the drug courts.