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26th Judicial District (Mecklenburg County) Announces Code-Green Severe Weather Alert for Court Operations on January 9, 2024
Due to inclement weather, all court sessions scheduled for TUESDAY, JANUARY 9, 2024, have been canceled and all matters will be rescheduled.
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26th Judicial District Announces Operational Changes Impacting Criminal Matters in Superior and District Court
Operational changes will be implemented, effective January 2, 2024, for courtrooms 1150, 4330, 5310, 8330, 8350, 8370, and 8390.
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Chief Justice Paul Newby Appoints Margaret Eagles as Chief District Court Judge for Wake County
Judge Eagles will begin serving as chief district court judge February 1, 2024.
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All Things Judicial Features Interview with Former Judge Lillian B. Jordan
Jordan was a role model for women seeking a career in the legal field.
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Governor Cooper Announces Two Judicial Appointments for District and Superior Courts
Governor Roy Cooper has announced two judicial appointments to district court (16B) and superior court (19D).
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All Things Judicial Focuses on District 11A Veterans Treatment Court
The goal of each VTC is to connect eligible veterans with benefits and treatment earned through military service.
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Track 3 eCourts Training Registration and Resources
Find Track 3 eCourts training registration information and resources for the legal community.
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Portal and File & Serve (eFiling) Training Available for Attorneys and Judicial Partners in eCourts Track 3 Counties
Portal and File & Serve (eFiling) training sessions are now available for attorneys and judicial partners in eCourts Track 3 counties.
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Harnett County Veterans Treatment Court Celebrates 10 Years
Veterans Treatment Court helps veterans involved in the justice system due to mental health disorders, trauma, and substance use.
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Governor Cooper Announces Three Judicial Appointments
Justin Green, Lora T. Baker, and M. Jason Williams have been appointed to serve in district courts.
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eCourts to Launch in Mecklenburg County on Monday, October 9, 2023
Once eCourts is live, eFiling will be required for attorneys for any new filings (including subsequent filings in open cases).
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Governor Cooper Appoints District Court Judge for Bladen, Brunswick, and Columbus Counties
Governor Roy Cooper has appointed Heath Nance to serve as district court judge in Judicial District 13 (Bladen, Brunswick, and Columbus).
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Portal Training for Attorneys and Judicial Partners for Mecklenburg County
NCAOC has scheduled virtual training sessions for attorneys and various judicial partners. Register for a session. Additional dates added.
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All Things Judicial Highlights Case Backlog Reduction Strategies and Successes
Strategies implemented since 2021 have reduced pending cases by 25% compared with the backlog at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Governor Cooper Appoints District Court Judge for Durham County
Governor Cooper has appointed Kendra Montgomery-Blinn to serve as district court judge in Durham County.
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26th Judicial District (Mecklenburg County) Celebrates Jury Service with Annual Juror Appreciation Month and Week
Celebrating the 23rd Annual Juror Appreciation Week on July 10-14 with several events to be held at the Mecklenburg County Courthouse.
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Governor Cooper Announces Two Judicial Appointments
Governor Roy Cooper announced two judicial appointments to North Carolina District and Special Superior Courts.
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All Things Judicial Features Interview with Former Chief Public Defender Wallace C. Harrelson
Harrelson was North Carolina's first and longest-serving public defender.
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All Things Judicial Features a Roundtable Discussion About Courthouse Security
A roundtable discussion about the importance of courthouse security in fulfilling the constitutional mission of the Judicial Branch.
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Governor Cooper Appoints District Court Judge for Guilford County
Governor Roy Cooper has appointed Joel Oakley to serve as district court judge in Judicial District 18 (Guilford County).
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