Record #:

19341

Author(s):

Lawrence, R.C.

Abstract:

Smith was born in Murfreesboro in 1812. He was both a Union and Confederate Congressman, and after the Civil War was active in behalf of President Andrew Johnson's Reconstruction policy. As Chief Justice of the North Carolina Supreme Court, he established a fine record of service.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 11 Issue 38, Feb 1944, p3, 20-21, por

Subject(s):

Judges

Record #:

25733

Author(s):

Nair, Prashant

Abstract:

Geneticist James Evans teaches court judges the practical genetics of how to analyze DNA. Evans hopes to start a voluntary certification program to help judges weigh DNA evidence and make rulings based on science.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 25 Issue 2, Winter 2009, p28-31, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Judges; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Genetics

Record #:

28093

Author(s):

Secret, Mosi

Abstract:

Former Durham District Court Judge Richard Chaney’s conduct has raised concerns about his relationships with the young women he mentors. The former judge mentored troubled teens serving as a truancy court judge in for middle and high school students. School administrators in two schools reported that they were concerned about Chaney’s relationships with teenage girls. A 15-year old girl who was living alone with Chaney also reported an assault from his house. Chaney has not been charged with any crimes and the lack of prosecution has raised questions for many.

Source:

Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 25 Issue 3, January 2008, p7 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Judges; Judges--Discipline

Record #:

36278

Author(s):

Duckwall, Jane

Abstract:

The justice system in North Carolina got its day in court through an examination of its inadequately funded courts. It’s a factor making North Carolina among the lowest ranking states for spending. As for where that low per capita spending’s impact can be most keenly felt, the author asserted it’s those seated at the counselor’s bench.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 36 Issue 2, February 2016, p75-76 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Courts--North Carolina; Justice, Administration of; Judicial system--North Carolina; Legal system--North Carolina--History; Laws; Child support--Laws and legislations; Child support--Legal proceedings; Lawyers; Lobbying; Judges