Roadmap to a Representative Jury (NC)

Learn about jury diversity from national experts, local judicial officials, and practitioners. In this FREE comprehensive fair cross-section training we will cover some of the factors that contribute to racial and ethnic disparities, […]

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Litigating Fair Cross Section Challenges (NC)

“n essential component” of the right to an impartial jury is the “selection of a jury from a representative cross-section of the community.” Taylor v. Louisiana, 419 U.S. 522, 528 (1975). The right […]

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CLE on Mental Health and Stress Resilience for Attorneys

The Mecklenburg County Public Defender's Office is hosting a free to attend CLE on Mental Health and Stress Resilience for Attorneys. Pending approval by the NC State Bar, this CLE is for 1 mental health/substance abuse […]

2023 Death Penalty Seminar

The annual 2023 Death Penalty Seminar begins April 27. This is an in-person seminar only. The location is the Doubletree RDU Hotel at Research Triangle Park, 4810 Page Creek Lane, […]

2023 Spring Public Defender Conference

This year’s conference will be held in person May 10-12, 2023, at the Winston-Salem Benton Convention Center (301 W 5th St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101).

CLE on Lawful Use of Defensive Force

The Mecklenburg County Public Defender's Office is hosting a free to attend CLE on Lawful Use of Defensive Force. Pending approval by the NC State Bar, this CLE is for 2 general hours If you […]