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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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District Attorney Benjamin R. David Receives Razor Walker Award
Benjamin R. David, recently received the Watson College of Education 2017 Razor Walker Award.
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Judge Douglas B. Sasser Receives Governor's Awards for Volunteerism
The Honorable Douglas B. Sasser, Senior Resident Superior Court Judge will receive two awards for his volunteer efforts.
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Judicial Branch Recognizes Guardian ad Litem Volunteers for Child Advocacy Month
The N.C. Judicial Branch and Office of Guardian ad Litem (GAL) are taking this opportunity to recognize the more than 5,000 GAL volunteers.
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Chief Justice Martin Appoints Judge James Hill as Chief District Court Judge
Chief Justice Mark Martin has appointed Judge James Hill as chief district court judge for Judicial District 14.
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Chief Justice Martin Appoints Judge Bill Southern as Chief District Court Judge
Chief Justice Mark Martin has appointed Judge Bill Southern as chief district court judge for Judicial District 17B.
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Chief Justice Martin and Judge Warren Visit Cherokee County
Chief Justice Mark Martin and NCAOC Director Judge Marion Warren met with Cherokee County judicial officials and court staff.
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