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Court of Appeals Judge Valerie Zachary Appointed to N.C. Sentencing and Policy Advisory Commission
Court of Appeals Chief Judge Linda McGee has appointed Judge Valerie Zachary to the N.C. Sentencing and Policy Advisory Commission.
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Historic Celebration Honors African-American Justices of the Supreme Court of North Carolina
In a ceremony on Thursday, August 31, the Supreme Court of North Carolina honored the African-American justices.
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N.C. Court System Launches Online Request for Reduction of Speeding Offenses in Davidson, Davie, Johnston, and Mecklenburg Counties
Citizens may now request online reductions of speeding offenses in Davidson, Davie, Johnston, and Mecklenburg counties.
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Lisa Scales Named Cumberland County Clerk of Superior Court
Lisa Scales, was announced today as successor to the interim Cumberland County Clerk of Court.
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Chief Justice Taps Judge Charlie Brown to Lead State Sentencing and Policy Advisory Commission
Chief Justice Mark Martin has appointed the Honorable Charlie Brown, Chief District Court Judge in Rowan County.
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N.C. Court System Upgrades Online Services for Citizens
North Carolina courts' online services has been upgraded to improve the user experience and accessibility on mobile devices.
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Julian Mann III Sworn in as Chief Administrative Law Judge
Chief Justice Mark Martin administered the oath of office to Chief Administrative Law Judge Julian Mann III.
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Chief Justice Mark Martin Proclaims July as Juror Appreciation Month
Chief Justice Mark Martin has proclaimed the month of July as the first annual Juror Appreciation Month in the state of North Carolina.
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N.C. Business Court Launches New eFiling System
The North Carolina Business Court recently launched a new electronic filing system.
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Chief Justice Martin Delivers State of the Judiciary Address to N.C. Bar Association
Chief Justice Mark Martin delivered his 2017 State of the Judiciary address at the North Carolina Bar Association's annual meeting.
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Four Judicial Branch Employees Honored with Caswell Awards for 45 Years of Service
Congratulations to our four Judicial Branch employees honored with the prestigious Caswell Award.
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Chief Justice Martin Presents Friend of the Court Award to Judge Erwin Spainhour
Chief Justice Mark Martin has presented the Friend of the Court award to Judge Erwin Spainhour.
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NCCALJ Announces New Video Highlighting Commission's Work
The N.C. Commission on the Administration of Law and Justice (NCCALJ) has released a new video highlighting its work and commitment.
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Lisa M. Sheppard to be Executive Director of the Chief Justice's Commission on Professionalism
Lisa M. Sheppard has agreed to serve as executive director of the Chief Justice's Commission on Professionalism (CJCP).
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A Fine-Feathered Friend Keeps Children, Judges, and Staff in the Feather
A little bird told us about a unique idea being flown in Forsyth County where judges are employing the use of a “comfort bird."
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N.C. Pro Bono Resource Center Announces Inaugural Pro Bono Honor Society Inductees
The Supreme Court of North Carolina recognizes 170 attorneys who donated 50 or more hours of legal services during 2016.
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Court of Appeals to Hold Special Sessions in Waynesville and Cherokee to Celebrate 50th Anniversary
Citizens of Waynesville and Cherokee will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the N.C. Court of Appeals with special sessions.
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Court of Appeals Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Special Sessions
he Court of Appeals held special sessions and a commemorative unveiling of a judges' portrait wall.
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Three Mecklenburg ADAs Receive Award for Excellence in Policing
hree Mecklenburg County Assistant District Attorneys were recognized this week for their work.
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Chief Justice Martin Joins Regional Judicial Opioid Initiative to Combat Opioid Addiction Crisis
Chief Justice Mark Martin has joined the Regional Judicial Opioid Initiative (RJOI).
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