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Chief Justice Mark Martin Proclaims July 2018 as Juror Appreciation Month
Chief Justice Mark Martin has proclaimed the month of July as Juror Appreciation Month in the state of North Carolina.
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Chief Justice Martin Appoints Judge Thomas McAvoy Brittain Jr. as Chief District Court Judge in Judicial District 29B
Chief Justice Mark Martin has appointed Judge Thomas McAvoy Brittain Jr.
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Chief Justice Martin Delivers State of the Judiciary Address to N.C. Bar Association
Chief Justice Mark Martin delivered his 2018 State of the Judiciary address at the North Carolina Bar Association’s annual meeting, which
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Court of Appeals to Hold Special Session in New Hanover County
The Court of Appeals is holding a special session in Wilmington on June 20 at the New Hanover County Histor
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Judicial Branch Launches New Public Website – NCcourts.gov
The North Carolina Judicial Branch has launched the new public website for the unified court system, NCcour
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Chief Justice Martin to Deliver the North Carolina State of the Judiciary Address
Chief Justice Mark Martin will deliver his 2018 State of the Judiciary address at the North Carolina Bar Association's annual meeting, wh
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Chief Justice Martin Appoints Judge Elizabeth Heath as Chief District Court Judge in Judicial District 8
Chief Justice Mark Martin has appointed Judge Elizabeth Heath as chief district court judge for Judicial District 8 (Greene<
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Domestic Violence eFiling System Now Available in Cumberland County to Increase Victim Safety
Cumberland County court officials have launched a new eCourts Civil Domestic Violence System.
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Public Hearing Notice: Inviting Public Comment on Child Support Guidelines
In accordance with G.S.
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Supreme Court Celebrates Bicentennial Anniversary by Holding Court Sessions in Western North Carolina May 14-16
As part of its bicentennial celebration, the Supreme Court holding court sessions in western North Carolina.
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North Carolina Access to Justice Summit Held in Raleigh Today
On Tuesday, May 8, the N.C. Equal Access to Justice Commission hosted the North Carolina Access to Justice Summit.
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N.C. Pro Bono Resource Center Announces 2017 Pro Bono Honor Society Inductees
The North Carolina Pro Bono Resource Center is proud to announce the induction of 345 attorneys into the 2017 N.C. Pro Bono Honor Society.
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Four Judicial Employees Receive Caswell Award for 45 Years of Service
Congratulations to our four Judicial Branch employees honored with the prestigious Caswell Award.
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Juvenile Justice, Judicial Branch Workshop on Wednesday Focuses on School Justice Partnerships, School Safety
A conversation about the intersection of school safety, juvenile justice, law enforcement and the criminal justice system.
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Court Officials Attend Attorney General's Opioid Speech
Attorney General Jeff Sessions addressed the national opioid crisis during a visit to Raleigh on Tuesday.
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Guilford County Chief District Court Judge Tom Jarrell Receives Excellence in Judicial Service Award
Chief District Court Judge Tom Jarrell, is the recipient of the 2018 Excellence in Judicial Service Award.
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Wayne County Launches School Justice Partnership for Students
Program to focus on keeping kids in school and out of court.
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Historic Celebration Honors the Women Justices of the Supreme Court of North Carolina
In a ceremony on Tuesday, April 10, the Supreme Court of North Carolina honored the women justices who have served on the state's highest
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Guardian ad Litem Volunteers Recognized During Child Advocate Month
During April, the N.C. Judicial Branch and Guardian ad Litem (GAL) Program would like to recognize the more than 5,000 GAL volunteers.
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The Supreme Court of North Carolina is Poised to Hit the Road this Spring
Op-ed by Chief Justice Mark Martin
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