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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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Court of Appeals to Celebrate 50th Anniversary with Special Sessions
The Court of Appeals will hold special sessions and a commemorative event on Thursday, May 18.
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In re Gault 50th Anniversary Twitter Town Hall
May 15 marks the 50th anniversary of In re Gault.
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Chief Judge Linda McGee Receives Liberty Bell Award
Court of Appeals Chief Judge Linda McGee has received the Liberty Bell Award from the N.C. Bar Association.
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Supreme Court to Hold Court Session in Edenton
The Supreme Court of North Carolina will hold its May session of court at the Historic Chowan County Courthouse in Edenton on May 9.
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Chief Justice Martin Recommends Juvenile Justice Reinvestment at General Assembly
Chief Justice Mark Martin has announced the Judicial Branch's support of the Juvenile Justice Reinvestment Act, HB280.
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Chief Justice Martin Presents Melvin Wright Jr. with CJCP Award
Chief Justice Mark Martin has presented Melvin F. Wright Jr. with the CJCP Award for Meritorious and Extraordinary Service on April 28.
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Chief Justice Martin to Hold Juvenile Justice Reinvestment Press Conference at General Assembly
Chief Justice Mark Martin will hold a press conference at the N.C. General Assembly in support of the Juvenile Justice Reinvestment Act, HB2
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