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SUMMARY:FREE WEBINAR: Adverse Childhood Experiences 101
DESCRIPTION: Wednesday\, October 2 — 12:30 p.m. \n60 minutes of CLE Credit Offered \nAdverse Childhood Experiences 101: Childhood experiences impact overall development and functioning\, resulting in risk and protective factors. This presentation will focus on the impact of adverse childhood experiences\, impact on brain development\, overall health risk factors and what the data has shown about ACE scores. Participants will gain knowledge on how trauma may impact relationships with focused education on improving overall outcomes by interacting with clients in a trauma-informed and trauma-focused manner. \nThe webinar includes a visual presentation\, live audio\, and interactive Q & A. \nParticipants: This webinar is open to all staff who are part of the indigent defense team. \nSchedule: The webinar will be held on Wednesday\, October 2 from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Please plan to sign on 15 minutes before the start of the webinar to test your connection. \nRegistration: Please register at the following link: \nhttps://nccourts.webex.com/weblink/register/r74b3d40cd04355a02b5c6333e791bbde \nFee: There is no registration fee for participants. Those interested in earning 1 CLE will need to complete bar # information requested at registration. \nAbout the Presenter: \nCarla Huff\, MEd\, MSW\, LCSW: Carla began her career in the United States Army and was trained in military intelligence and law enforcement. After leaving the military\, Carla worked as a juvenile court counselor for the Department of Juvenile Justice & Delinquency Prevention in Wake County (Department of Public Safety-Juvenile Services). Carla also spent time working in Wake County Public Schools\, providing support for children and adolescents diagnosed with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI). She later transitioned to working with Alliance Health\, a local managed care organization. Here\, she covered multiple counties and was part of two pilot programs; one providing support to caregivers of children with complex health needs\, the other supporting community inclusion for individuals transitioning out of long-term care\, housing and incarceration. \nCarla is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and has interests in the impact of trauma and brain development\, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in civilians and military personnel\, and social determinants/drivers of health. \nFor More Information: Contact Carla Huff\, Recruitment and Training Coordinator at Carla.Huff@nccourts.org. \nIf you require an accommodation to participate in this program\, please contact Carla Huff\, Carla.Huff@nccourts.org\, 919-354-7207.
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/free-webinar-adverse-childhood-experiences-101-2/
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SUMMARY:Connecting with Challenging and Complicated Clients
DESCRIPTION:The Mecklenburg County Public Defender’s Office is hosting a free-to-attend CLE on Connecting with Challenging and Complicated Clients. This CLE has been approved for 1.25 general CLE hours and you must complete the post-CLE survey to receive CLE credit. \nPlease register below: \nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfFk6st5OgV93ZbkoMJMhWa7JIARycJdqfcSxuWAZd7twSGWQ/viewform?usp=sf_link \nWhen: Thursday October 3\, 2024\, from noon to 1:15 p.m. Everyone who registers will receive a link to join by October 2nd from Anthony Monaghan. \nWhere: Anyplace you have Internet connection. \nWhat: To effectively represent your client accused of a crime\, you and your defense team need to communicate with them\, their family and their witnesses\, but sometimes this becomes difficult. We’ve all been in a situation when trying to communicate with a challenging or complicated client does not go well and becomes nonproductive. How do we handle it and what’s the best course of action? While the suggested methods aren’t guaranteed\, the goal of this session is to offer some tips for successfully breaking through difficult barriers to effectively communicate with your client\, their family and witnesses for their defense. \nWho: LaTorya Blackwell has more than 20 years of experience working in indigent defense services. She graduated from the University of North Carolina Charlotte with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice and completed the Criminal Investigation Certificate Program (CICP) at the North Carolina Justice Academy. Currently\, she is an investigator with the Federal Public Defenders Office in the Western District of North Carolina since January 2014. As of December 2022\, she was promoted to be the Legal Chief/Chief Investigator within the office.  Before transitioning to the Federal Public Defenders office\, she was an investigator at the Mecklenburg County Public Defender’s Office in Charlotte\, North Carolina for 10 years. Prior to that\, her background includes working closely with the Department of Juvenile Justice and local area Mental Health as a treatment residential counselor for troubled youth. Beginning in 2018\, LaTorya was afforded the opportunity to facilitate the Paralegal and Investigator Skills Workshop sponsored by Defender Services Training Division and most recently served as faculty at the Federal Defender Investigator and Paralegal Seminar and the National Defender Investigator Association conference. Indigent defense is near and dear to her heart\, and she looks forward to many more years of serving this community. \nPlease email Anthony.F.Monaghan@nccourts.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/connecting-with-challenging-and-complicated-clients/
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SUMMARY:Collateral Consequences of Juvenile Adjudications and How to Limit Them with Expunctions
DESCRIPTION:The Mecklenburg County Public Defender’s Office is hosting a FREE-to-attend presentation on “Collateral Consequences of Juvenile Adjudications and How to Limit Them with Expunctions.” \nPending approval by the NC State Bar\, this presentation is for 1 general CLE hour. \nRegistration will close on October 3\, 2024 at noon and everyone who registers will receive a link to join the day before. Please register using this link: \nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScz-bo2Y54oyyHfL-FZS876FGdyXKzVWN7NamPlpyko3koBBQ/viewform?usp=sf_link \nWhen: October 4\, 2024 at 12:30pm  \nWhere: Either anyplace you have internet or the 4th floor conference room of the Mecklenburg County Public Defender’s Office ( to left off elevator on 4th floor at 720 E 4th St Charlotte\, NC). The conference room will open by 12:15pm \nWhat: The speakers will discuss the collateral consequences of juvenile adjudications and why taking steps to expunge these adjudications are so important. They will next discuss the process to obtain expunctions of juvenile adjudications as well as certain criminal convictions obtained prior to Raise the Age. \nWho: \nVeronika Monteleone graduated from Carolina Law with honors in 2015. She began her legal career at the Council for Children’s Rights representing children in both civil commitment proceedings and juvenile delinquency matters. She became a board-certified specialist in Juvenile Delinquency Law in 2021 and is a certified Juvenile Training Immersion Program Trainer. She is currently an Assistant Public Defender with the Mecklenburg County Public Defender’s Office. Prior to her current role\, she was an Assistant Public Defender and Juvenile Court Supervisor at the Gaston County Public Defender’s Office. \nCourtney Viebrock manages the Pro Bono Program for the Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy. In this program\, she engages Charlotte’s legal community in serving the Advocacy Center’s clients by partnering with firms\, in-house attorneys at financial institutions and corporations\, and community organizations. The Pro Bono Program supports each program by sending cases to pro bono attorneys and holding clinics using volunteer attorneys and legal professionals. Before joining the Advocacy Center in March 2023\, Courtney began her legal career administering research and development of federal government contracts with the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. After moving to Charlotte\, she transitioned to criminal law\, working for the Mecklenburg County District Attorney’s Office for five years. As an Assistant District Attorney\, she prosecuted misdemeanor and felony cases through all stages in district\, juvenile\, and superior court while gaining valuable bench and jury trial experience. Most recently\, she worked as a civil litigator with a small firm managing a variety of matters including construction defect lawsuits\, contract disputes\, and summary ejectment actions for both plaintiffs and defendants. \n  \nPlease email Anthony.F.Monaghan@nccourts.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/collateral-consequences-of-juvenile-adjudications-and-how-to-limit-them-with-expunctions/
LOCATION:Mecklenburg Public Defender’s Office\, 720 E 4th Street\, Charlotte\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:CLE
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SUMMARY:FREE WEBINAR: QPR - Question\, Persuade and Refer - Supporting Individuals who are Suicidal/In Crisis
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, October 4 — 2:30 p.m. \n1.5 hours of CLE Credit \nQPR: Question\, Persuade and Refer – Supporting Individuals Who Are Suicidal/In Crisis \nTalking about suicide is both difficult and lifesaving. We may not know what to say when someone expresses a threat; it is devastating when we lose someone by suicide and replay in our minds the threats\, both direct and indirect\, that she/he made prior to ending her/his life. Yet\, we are only responsible to do what we know to do at the time it needs doing\, not for the things that we learn to do later. \nQPR was created to be a universal intervention for anyone experiencing emotional distress. This training will provide information on data/statistics\, risk and warning signs\, how to ask questions to gain clarity\, persuading someone to get help and referring someone to get help. \nPlease reach out if you would like to have a conversation prior to the presentation as I know the content may be difficult. I can be reached at O: 919-354-7207 or C: 919-888-0984 E: Carla.Huff@nccourts.org \nThe webinar includes a visual presentation\, live audio\, and interactive Q & A. \nParticipants: This webinar is open to all staff who are part of the indigent defense team. \nSchedule: The webinar will be held on Friday\, October 4\, from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Please plan to sign on 15 minutes before the start of the webinar to test your connection. \nRegistration Link: https://nccourts.webex.com/weblink/register/re226a3e3267c9ecb7af1321ce2e6ab9e \nFee: There is no registration fee for participants. \nAbout the Presenter: \nCarla Huff\, MEd\, MSW\, LCSW: Carla began her career in the United States Army and was trained in military intelligence and law enforcement. After leaving the military\, Carla worked as a juvenile court counselor for the Department of Juvenile Justice & Delinquency Prevention in Wake County (Department of Public Safety-Juvenile Services). Carla also spent time working in Wake County Public Schools\, providing support for children and adolescents diagnosed with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI). She later transitioned to working with Alliance Health\, a local managed care organization. Here\, she covered multiple counties and was part of two pilot programs; one providing support to caregivers of children with complex health needs\, the other supporting community inclusion for individuals transitioning out of long-term care\, housing and incarceration. \nCarla is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and has interests in the impact of trauma and brain development\, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in civilians and military personnel\, and social determinants/drivers of health. \nFor More Information: Contact Carla Huff\, Recruitment and Training Coordinator at Carla.Huff@nccourts.org. \nIf you require an accommodation to participate in this program\, please contact Carla Huff\, Carla.Huff@nccourts.org\, 919-354-7207.
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/free-webinar-qpr-question-persuade-and-refer-supporting-individuals-who-are-suicidal-in-crisis-2/
CATEGORIES:CLE
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SUMMARY:In-depth Case Study Discussion with the Experts: Diminished Capacity\, Mitigation\, or something else?
DESCRIPTION:The Mecklenburg County Public Defender’s Office is hosting a FREE-to-attend in person CLE on “In-depth Case Study Discussion with the Experts: Diminished Capacity\, Mitigation\, or something else?” \nThis CLE is approved for 1.5 hours of general CLE credit. \nSpace is limited! Please register using the following link: \nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfT1McmrduKRhJJeSm-8Wg7vPVLPUXKCMey3tDZ1cctoxXDBA/viewform?usp=sf_link \nWhen: \nOctober 11\, 2024 from 12:30-2:00pm. The conference room will open by 12:15pm. \nWhere: \nThe 4th Floor Conference Room of the Mecklenburg County Public Defender’s Office (720 East 4th St Charlotte\, NC. Take elevator to 4th floor and conference room is on left) \nWhat: \nJoin forensic psychologists Dr. Cantley\, Dr. Hart\, and Dr. Klosek Watters for an in-depth discussion of case studies focused on diminished capacity\, mitigation\, and other psycholegal evaluation questions. Discussion will cover the intersection of law and psychology\, how experts approach these legal referral questions\, and finding the best fit for the final work product. \nWho: \nDr. Cantley\, Dr. Hart\, and Dr. Watters Klosek have over 50 cumulative years of experience conducting forensic psychological evaluations.  They have joined forces to create Forensic Minds Consulting.  Forensic Minds Consulting uses a team approach to ensure that their psychological evaluations are conducted with the exacting level of integrity\, diagnostic accuracy\, and objectivity that is critical to high quality forensic evaluations. All experts at Forensic Minds Consulting are licensed\, doctoral level psychologists\, who bring a wealth of experience and specialized forensic training to their work. The team approach allows cases to be informed by the group’s broad collective expert knowledge base. Two experts work together to complete each evaluation\, one of which is identified as the lead psychologist\, who will be the primary point of contact. The lead psychologist will also be available for testimony\, should a court appearance be needed.  You can find more information about Forensic Minds Consulting on their website\, www.forensicmc.com . \nDr. Nicole Cantley has 16 years of experience in the fields of clinical and forensic psychology. She obtained a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with a forensics emphasis from the California School of Professional Psychology in San Diego. Her forensic training includes a predoctoral forensic psychology internship at the Federal Bureau of Prisons in San Diego and a postdoctoral fellowship at an esteemed private clinical and forensic psychology practice. She gained experience in various settings in California and North Carolina including a private psychiatric hospital\, a psychiatric residential facility\, a federal correctional center\, a juvenile youth development center\, and in Mecklenburg County government before she established a successful private practice specializing in forensic\, clinical\, and neuropsychological evaluations. She is now dedicated to providing consultation and evaluations in the context of criminal forensic psychology. \nDr. Virgina Hart is a highly qualified forensic expert with over 20 years of experience in forensic and clinical psychology. She obtained a PhD in Clinical Psychology with a subspecialty in Psychology and Law from the University of Alabama. Dr. Hart’s extensive forensic training includes a Forensic Psychology predoctoral internship via the Federal Bureau of Prisons and a Forensic Psychology postdoctoral fellowship through the University of Virginia Institute of Law\, Psychology and Public Policy. She has a broad range of experience working in various clinical settings\, including correctional facilities\, state hospitals\, forensic state hospitals\, inpatient units\, and outpatient settings. Dr. Hart is a published researcher in her field and currently serves as an assistant professor with the Wake Forest School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry. Dr. Hart specializes in criminal forensic evaluations and expert services. \nDr. Terri Watters Klosek has extensive experience with the intersection of psychology and law. She holds a doctorate in forensic psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology. Her training includes a forensic pre-doctoral internship with the Bureau of Prisons\, as well as a forensic postdoctoral fellowship through Harvard Medical School/Massachusetts General Hospital. She has worked in a variety of settings including correctional facilities\, and forensic hospitals as well as general clinical inpatient and outpatient settings. She also works as a professor of forensic psychology at Queens University in Charlotte. Dr. Watters Klosek brings her comprehensive expertise to conducting unbiased forensic evaluations\, utilizing multiple viewpoints and data sources to answer a wide variety of forensic referral questions. \nPlease email Anthony.F.Monaghan@nccourts.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/in-depth-case-study-discussion-with-the-experts-diminished-capacity-mitigation-or-something-else/
LOCATION:Mecklenburg Public Defender’s Office\, 720 E 4th Street\, Charlotte\, NC\, United States
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SUMMARY:FREE WEBINAR--Break the Stigma: Let's Talk About It
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, October 18th @ 2:30 p.m. \n90-minutes of CLE Credit Offered; 60-minutes satisfies the professional well-being requirement. \nBreak The Stigma: Let’s Talk About It \nTalking about suicide is both difficult and lifesaving. This training will provide a brief overview of data related to specific population groups that statistics show have higher rates of suicide\, including attorneys. A brief overview of risk factors and warning signs will also be shared along with treatment methods that research has shown to be effective in reducing symptoms of depression as untreated depression is a risk factor for suicide. *This training is similar to the training provided at the 2024 Public Defender Conference. \nThe webinar includes a visual presentation\, live audio\, and interactive Q & A. \nParticipants: This webinar is open to public defenders\, private attorneys who do indigent defense work\, and staff. \nSchedule: The webinar will be held on Friday\, October 18th from 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Please plan to sign on 15 minutes before the start of the webinar to test your connection. \nRegistration: https://nccourts.webex.com/weblink/register/rca9028e0318c48ff03bc5e0cb2767a04 \nFee: There is no registration fee for participants. Those interested in earning CLE credit will need to provide their Bar #; all participants must pre-register individually. \nAbout the Presenter: \nCarla Huff\, MEd\, MSW\, LCSW: Carla began her career in the United States Army and was trained in military intelligence and law enforcement. After leaving the military\, Carla worked as a juvenile court counselor for the Department of Juvenile Justice & Delinquency Prevention in Wake County (Department of Public Safety-Juvenile Services). Carla also spent time working in Wake County Public Schools\, providing support for children and adolescents diagnosed with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI). She later transitioned to working with Alliance Health\, a local managed care organization. Here\, she covered multiple counties and was part of two pilot programs; one providing support to caregivers of children with complex health needs\, the other supporting community inclusion for individuals transitioning out of long-term care\, housing and incarceration. \nCarla is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and has interests in the impact of trauma and brain development\, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in civilians and military personnel\, social determinants/drivers of health and epigenetics. \nFor More Information: Contact Carla Huff\, Recruitment and Training Coordinator at Carla.Huff@nccourts.org. \nIf you have differing abilities and need an accommodation to participate in this program\, please contact Carla Huff\, Carla.Huff@nccourts.org\, 919-354-7207.
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/free-webinar-break-the-stigma-lets-talk-about-it-2/
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SUMMARY:2024 North Carolina Appellate Advocacy Training
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open for the 2024 North Carolina Appellate Advocacy Training\, sponsored by the School of Government and the Office of Indigent Defense Services. \nAgenda\nGuide for Participants\n  \nPARTICIPANTS: The Appellate Advocacy Training is open to assistant appellate defenders and attorneys on the appellate appointment list maintained by the Office of the Appellate Defender. Eligibility questions should be directed to Glenn Gerding at (919) 354-7210 or glenn.g.gerding@nccourts.org. \n  \nREQUIREMENTS: To prepare for the program\, please read the Guide for Participants\, which is attached and is also posted on the course webpage under the “Materials” tab. \nAt the end of the guide\, there is a form to fill out summarizing the non-capital case you will work on at the program. Every registrant MUST complete and return the form via email to Bob Burke at  oldhoopster@hotmail.com no later than noon on Monday\, October 7.  If you have questions about the case you should bring\, contact Appellate Defender Glenn Gerding. Private lawyers may bill up to 4 hours for the work done on their own cases at this program. \n  \nYou will be doing writing during the breakout sessions. Plan to bring a laptop or other electronic writing device. \n  \nLOCATION\, DATE\, & TIME: The training will be held Wednesday\, October 23\, through Friday\, October 25\, 2024\, at the School of Government in Chapel Hill. Check-in for the course will begin at 8:15 a.m. on Wednesday\, October 23\, and the course will adjourn at 3:10 p.m. on Friday\, October 25. Lunch is available in the building on each day of the program. \n  \nREGISTRATION: To apply for this course\, view the agenda\, and find other program information\, visit the course webpage. Space is limited\, and pre-registration is required. Applicants will receive notification if they are accepted into the course. The application deadline for this course is Friday\, October 4. \nPlease apply on the course webpage under the ‘Register’ tab and follow the instructions as you register\, particularly if this is your first time using our online registration system. (Note that our system requires one unique email address per profile created\, so each person from your office who plans to attend must register separately using an individual email address. As we correspond with participants primarily through email\, please ensure your email address is current.) \n  \nFEE: The registration fee for this three-day course is $485\, which includes materials\, CLE credits\, lunch\, and snacks. There is no fee for assistant appellate defenders in the Office of the Appellate Defender. \nA limited number of scholarships are available. If you are interested in applying\, click here to complete the scholarship application. You must apply and receive approval for a scholarship before registering. Please apply as soon as possible. Scholarships are awarded no later than two weeks after application submission. The scholarship application deadline is 5:00pm on Friday\, September 27 . If you receive a scholarship\, the registration fee is waived. You are still responsible for your travel\, food\, and lodging expenses. \n  \nCREDIT & CERTIFICATION: We have applied for 17.75 hours of general continuing legal education (CLE) credit. \n  \nHotel Information: A block of rooms is available at the Tru by Hilton Chapel Hill (1742 Fordham Blvd Chapel Hill\, NC) with a rate of $125/night. The rate includes a complimentary breakfast\, parking\, and free WiFi. To reserve a room\, click the link here or  contact the hotel directly at (984) 291-7200 using the group code “AAT” or “Appellate Advocacy Training.” The hotel reservation deadline is September 23\, 2024. \n  \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: We look forward to seeing you in October. If you have any questions or would like additional information about the logistics of the course\, contact Kayla Fowler at kfowler@sog.unc.edu. If you have questions regarding the content of the program\, contact Bob Burke at oldhoopster@hotmail.com. \n  \nThe School of Government is committed to equality of educational opportunity. The School does not discriminate in offering access to its educational programs and activities on the basis of race\, color\, gender\, age\, national origin\, religion\, creed\, disability\, veteran’s status\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, or gender expression. If you have a disability and need accommodation to participate in any School of Government program\, please let us know.
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/2024-north-carolina-appellate-advocacy-training/
LOCATION:UNC School of Government\, 400 South Rd.\, Chapel Hill\, 27599\, United States
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SUMMARY:Juvenile Law CLE Opportunity - October 25 - For Juvenile and Parent Defenders* - At the Duplin County Courthouse
DESCRIPTION:LINK TO AGENDA
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/juvenile-law-cle-opportunity-october-25/
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SUMMARY:FREE Online CLE!  NC Criminal Cannabis Law Update - Fall 2024
DESCRIPTION:The Mecklenburg County Public Defender’s Office is hosting a free-to-attend online CLE: \nNC Criminal Cannabis Law Update – Fall 2024\nThis CLE is approved for 1 hour of general CLE credit. \nPlease register below as space is limited: \nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7_oeTZDCU8XhxBqk8M9Uxwec3lS5Rtki-YWQ3GDLIzOCgag/viewform?usp=sf_link \n  \nWhen: October 25\, 2024 from 12:30-1:30 \nWhere: Anyplace you have internet. Everyone who registers will receive a link to join by October 24th and you may enter the room by 12:15. \nWhat: This session will examine the recent decision by the North Carolina Court of Appeals\, In Re: J.B.P.\, which addresses the longstanding question about the significance of the odor or sight of cannabis in the age of legal hemp. The session will provide defenders with an understanding of the current state of criminal law and marijuana\, and will offer defenders strategies to litigate suppression and evidentiary challenges in marijuana prosecutions in the state. \nWho:  Phil Dixon practiced criminal law in Greenville\, NC\, and surrounding areas for more than nine years before coming to the UNC School of Government in 2017. He is the director of the public defense education team and a Teaching Associate Professor of criminal law and procedure at the School. Among other areas\, he focuses on criminal drug law. He is a regular blogger on the North Carolina Criminal Law Blog\, the host of the N.C. Criminal Debrief podcast\, and one of the authors of the Defender Trial manual. \n  \nPlease email Anthony.F.Monaghan@nccourts.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/free-online-cle-nc-criminal-cannabis-law-update-fall-2024/
CATEGORIES:CLE
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SUMMARY:Juvenile Law CLE Opportunity - November 1 - For Parent Defenders* - At the Pitt County Courthouse
DESCRIPTION:LINK TO AGENDA
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/juvenile-law-cle-opportunity-november-1/
CATEGORIES:CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T123000
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SUMMARY:Mental Health and Stress Resilience for Attorneys
DESCRIPTION:The Mecklenburg County Public Defender’s Office is hosting a free to attend online CLE on Mental Health and Stress Resilience for Attorneys.\nThis CLE is approved for 1 hour of professional well-being CLE credit.\nPlease register below as space is limited: \n\nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7zKollXK8he9mpXjiJrNBod-VwrC_trfzoULmRXIHciLLUw/viewform?usp=sf_link \n  \nWhen: November 8\, 2024 from 12:30-1:30 \nWhere: Anyplace you have internet. Everyone who registers will receive a link to join by November 7th and you may enter the room by 12:15. \nWhat: Attorneys often represent clients that are struggling with mental health issues but often do not attend to their own psychological wellbeing. This has manifested into lawyers having high rates of depression\, anxiety\, vicarious trauma and substance use issues. This virtual presentation will explore how to recognize warning signs but most importantly share practical approaches to manage stress and increase and sustain wellbeing. \nWho: Kimberly (Kim) Tran\, PhD\, HSP-P is an Adjunct Professor of Mental Health and the Law in the Military and Veterans Law Clinic at the University of North Carolina School of Law. She is also an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Fayetteville State University. Additionally\, Kim is a licensed psychologist with a private practice in the community. Her research\, teaching\, consultation and clinical practice areas are framed by a multicultural and affirmative lens focused on trauma\, PTSD\, anxiety\, depression\, suicide\, substance use disorders\, chronic pain management\, stress resilience and mind-body-spirit wellness. While at Fayetteville State University\, Kim won both the Department of Psychology Excellence in Teaching and the College of Arts and Sciences Outstanding Teacher of the Year awards. \nPlease email Anthony.F.Monaghan@nccourts.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/mental-health-and-stress-resilience-for-attorneys/
CATEGORIES:CLE
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241112
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SUMMARY:Bridging the Gap VIII Mitigation Conference 2024
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now OPEN for the 2024 Bridging the Gap VIII Mitigation Conference. \nPreparing a capital case for trial is difficult. You know the state’s case. You have figured out some sort of defense. You must plan for a sentence hearing. All the planning is directed towards convincing one or more jurors to vote for life even though they believe in the death penalty. This conference focuses on the moment in time of the killing. That will be on the minds of the jurors. Somehow\, we must give the jurors reasons for life\, which is called mitigation. But the presentation of mitigation must break through the hard crust of a belief in the death penalty\, a belief that you are responsible for your actions\, an eye for an eye. Just telling the jury about your client’s mental problems and childhood problems will not break the crust. We must show how those issues and life problems affected the client’s decision to be at the scene and deciding to kill someone. We will use the fictitious case of State v. Thomas Johnson. We will try to figure out why Thomas was in the parking lot trying to rob someone and why he shot and killed the victim. From there we gather and review all his records and history looking for clues to the why. We have gathered an amazing group of speakers who will explain how to recognize issues and problems the client has and explain how those issues and problems affected the moment in time when Thomas killed someone. We will then\, with the help of the attendees\, figure out the best way to tell the client’s story to the jury. \nThe seminar will be a live\, in person conference in Asheville\, NC November 12-14\, 2024. \nThe seminar will be at the Crowne Plaza\, 1 Resort Drive\, Asheville.\nThe Crowne Plaza has reserved a block of rooms at $89.10 per night. \nLink to the Agenda\nSee also: A MOMENT IN TIME and Case study – Wymore August 2024\n  \nREGISTRATION: \nAttorneys: $280.00 (this includes the CLE fees for the State Bar) \nMitigation specialists: $230.00 \nFact investigators: $230.00 \nOthers: $230.00 \n\nHOW TO REGISTER:  \nPlease mail a check or money order payable to IDS: \n     Jennifer Webster \n     Office of the Capital Defender \n     123 West Main Street\, Suite 210 \n     Durham\, NC 27701 \nThe link to the hotel is below. \nPLEASE NOTE THAT THE DEADLINE FOR BOOKING YOUR ROOM AT THE REDUCED RATE IS OCTOBER 22\, 2024. \n\nThe seminar begins Tuesday\, November 12\, 2024\, at noon. This gives you time to travel to Asheville Tuesday morning.\nThe seminar ends Thursday\, November 14\, 2024\, at 1:00 pm. This gives you time to travel home Thursday afternoon.\nTherefore\, for those of you not in the Asheville area\, you would need a room for Tuesday and Wednesday night\, being November 12 and 13.\nHowever\, the hotel has agreed to offer shoulder dates at the same discounted rate for Monday\, November 11\, 2024\, and Thursday\, November 14\, 2024.\nSo\, you can stay Monday night until Friday morning at the same discounted rate if you like.\nNote to state employees and presenters: Feel free to use the shoulder dates\, but you will not be reimbursed for those dates. You will only be reimbursed for hotel expenses for Tuesday and Wednesday night.\n\nRegister now\, book your room (by October 22)\, and come enjoy the training\, the fellowship\, and the mountains. \nQUESTIONS: If you have any questions\, contact either Terry Alford\, terry.w.alford@nccourt.org or Jennifer Webster\, Jennifer.a.webster@nccourts.org. \n***SPECIAL NOTE FOR STATE EMPLOYEES: \n\nState employees must get PRIOR APPROVAL to attend this seminar to seek reimbursement\, using the form AOC-A-182. You can then register and reserve your room. If you have prior approval\, you do not have to pay the registration fee as IDS will cover this fee.\nYou need to let Jennifer Webster know you are attending.\nYou need to book your own hotel room and pay for the room. After the seminar\, you can seek reimbursement for mileage\, hotel\, and meals per state rates and rules.\n\nSPECIAL NOTE TO PRESENTERS: \nPresenters do not have to pay the registration fee but need to book your own room. Presenters will pay for their rooms but can seek reimbursement. \nHERE IS THE LINK TO BOOK YOUR ROOM: \nCall toll-free number 1-844-330-0296 (24/7) and mention Bridging the Gap VIII- Mitigation in order to receive the special group rate. \nFor In-House reservations attendees can call local number during normal business hours 828-285-2603 and mention the group name. \nTo register online click this link: (not mobile compatible): Bridging the GAP VIII- Mitigation
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/bridging-the-gap-viii-mitigation-conference-2024/
CATEGORIES:CLE
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241116
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SUMMARY:2024 Misdemeanor Defender Training
DESCRIPTION:Registration for the 2024 Misdemeanor Defender Training\, co-sponsored by the School of Government and the Office of Indigent Defense Services\, is now available at https://www.sog.unc.edu/courses/misdemeanor-defender-training. \nAgenda – 2024 Misdemeanor Defender Training\nProgram: This course is an introductory program for attorneys new to misdemeanor cases. Sessions focus on stops and searches\, impaired driving\, ethical issues in district court\, sentencing and jail credit\, probation violations\, and other matters in misdemeanor cases. The program also provides instruction on client interviewing\, negotiation\, and trial skills\, including a small group workshop on trial skills. \n  \nParticipants: This training is for public defenders\, private assigned and managed assigned counsel who perform a significant amount of appointed work in district court. \n  \nLocation\, Dates\, and Times: The agenda can be found on the course page. This training will be held from Tuesday\, November 12 through Friday\, November 15 at the School of Government. \n  \nRegistration: To register and find other program information\, including our cancellation and refund policy\, visit https://www.sog.unc.edu/courses/misdemeanor-defender-training. The registration deadline is 5:00 p.m. on Friday\, November 1. If you register\, please plan on attending all sessions. \n  \nNote that you must create a new account when registering for the first time in the system. If you encounter any registration issues\, explore our list of frequently asked questions. You may also contact registration@sog.unc.edu or call 919-966-4414. \n  \nFee: The registration fee for private assigned and managed assigned counsel is $525\, which includes all materials\, parking\, breaks\, and lunches. There is no fee for IDS state employees. \n  \nA limited number of scholarships are available for private assigned and managed assigned counsel. If you are interested in applying\, click here to complete the scholarship application. You must apply and receive approval for a scholarship before registering. Please apply as soon as possible. Scholarships are awarded no later than two weeks after application submission. The scholarship application deadline is Friday\, October 25. \n  \nCLE: This training will offer approximately 21.75 hours of continuing legal education (CLE) credit\, including one hour of ethics\, and qualifies for NC State Bar criminal law specialization credit\, pending State Bar approval. \n  \nHotel Information: A block of rooms is available at the Tru by Hilton Chapel Hill hotel (1742 Fordham Blvd Chapel Hill\, NC ) for $112 plus tax. This rate includes a complimentary breakfast\, parking\, and free wi-fi. To reserve a room\, book here and use code “MDT” or call the hotel at 984-291-7200 and ask for the Misdemeanor Defender Training room block. The reservation deadline is Saturday\, October 12\, 2024. \n  \nAdditional Information: We look forward to seeing you in November. If you have any questions or would like further information\, contact Program Manager Kayla Fowler at kfowler@sog.unc.edu. If you have questions regarding the content\, contact Danny Spiegel\, Assistant Professor of Public Law and Government\, at spiegel@sog.unc.edu. \n  \nThe School of Government is committed to equality of educational opportunity. The School does not discriminate in offering access to its educational programs and activities on the basis of race\, color\, gender\, age\, national origin\, religion\, creed\, disability\, veteran’s status\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, or gender expression. If you have a disability and need accommodation to participate in any School of Government program\, please let us know.
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/2024-misdemeanor-defender-training/
LOCATION:UNC School of Government\, 400 South Rd.\, Chapel Hill\, 27599\, United States
CATEGORIES:CLE
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SUMMARY:IDS Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The IDS Commission will meet on Friday\, November 15\, 2024\, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in person.  \nThe meeting will be held at the N.C. Administrative Office of the Courts (NCAOC)\, located at 901 Corporate Center Drive\, Raleigh\, NC 27607. \n**We will meet in the Hickory Board Room. \nLink to the Proposed Agenda \nLink to the Meeting Materials
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/ids-commission-meeting-12/
CATEGORIES:IDS Commission Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T150000
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SUMMARY:FREE 2024 Winter Criminal Law Update Webinar - Register Now!
DESCRIPTION:Registration for the Winter Criminal Law Webinar is now open. Thanks to the support of the Office of Indigent Defense Services and the UNC School of Government\, we are pleased to announce that there is no registration fee for indigent defenders who meet the eligibility criteria described below. \nThe 2024 Winter Criminal Law Update will cover recent criminal law decisions issued by the North Carolina appellate courts and highlight significant criminal law legislation enacted by the North Carolina General Assembly. School of Government faculty Phil Dixon\, Joe Hyde\, and Daniel Spiegel will discuss a wide range of issues affecting felony and misdemeanor cases in the North Carolina state courts. The webinar includes a dynamic visual presentation\, live audio\, and interactive Q & A. \nParticipants: This webinar is open to public defenders\, private attorneys who do indigent criminal defense work\, and other court personnel who handle criminal cases. \nSchedule: The webinar will be held on Friday\, December 6\, 2024\, from 1:30 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. Please plan to sign on 15 minutes before the start of the webinar to test your connection. \nRegistration: Visit https://www.sog.unc.edu/courses/criminal-law-webinars-case-and-legislative-updates to register online and find additional information about the webinar. Pre-registration is required. The deadline is 5:00 p.m.\, Monday\, December 2. \nFee: There is no registration fee for IDS state employees. There is no registration fee for private assigned counsel\, managed assigned counsel\, or capital attorneys who were paid more than $500 for indigent cases during the 2023-2024 fiscal year (July 1\, 2023-June 30\, 2024). The registration fee for private attorneys and others is $90.00. \nQuestions Regarding Private Assigned Counsel and Managed Assigned Counsel Eligibility: If you have questions regarding your eligibility to attend the program without paying a registration fee\, please contact Aaron Gallagher\, IDS Fiscal Officer\, at aaron.m.gallagher@nccourts.org to determine your eligibility. \nCLE Credit & Certification: The webinar offers 1.5 hours of general CLE credit and qualifies for North Carolina State Bar criminal law specialization credit. To receive CLE credit\, all participants must pre-register individually\, even if the webinar is watched in a group setting. To receive partial credit\, please submit your form to John Sherman at sherman@sog.unc.edu by 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday\, December 11. \nFor More Information: Contact John Sherman\, Program Manager\, at sherman@sog.unc.edu. \nThe School of Government is committed to equality of educational opportunity. The School does not discriminate in offering access to its educational programs and activities on the basis of age\, gender\, race\, color\, national origin\, religion\, creed\, disability\, veteran status\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, or gender expression. If you have a disability and need accommodation to participate in any School of Government program\, please let us know. 
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/2024-winter-criminal-law-update/
CATEGORIES:CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T120000
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SUMMARY:Options in Capacity to Proceed to Trial Restoration
DESCRIPTION:The Mecklenburg County Public Defender’s Office is hosting a free-to-attend CLE on Options in Capacity to Proceed to Trial Restoration. This CLE is approved for 1 general CLE hour and you must either sign in if attending in person\, OR if attending the live webcast\, complete the post CLE survey (or email me your name\, NC State Bar # and how long you attended). \nPlease register below: \nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScSaDrnunYvSXf62RWDjEnAdxqwYBitL5KzidTc9FaNGonqVA/viewform?usp=sf_link \n\nWhen: Wednesday January 8\, 2024 from 12pm-1pm. You may log on or enter the 4th floor conference room of the Mecklenburg County Public Defender’s Office by 11:45am. \nWhere: Anyplace you have internet or the 4th floor conference room (720 E 4th St Charlotte; take the elevator to the 4th floor and the conference room is on your left.) \nWhat:  This one-hour presentation will be divided into four sections: \n\nA brief overview of Incapacity to Proceed (ITP) including a review of the Dusky Standard and how it applied and assessed in North Carolina at the local level and at the state hospital.\nThe fundamentals of capacity restoration will be discussed with a focus on the areas of: psychiatric stability\, knowledge of legal system and individual circumstance\, and development of problem-solving abilities\nReview of the legal and clinical criteria for the three types of capacity restoration programs currently available for Mecklenburg County defendants: Inpatient at Broughton State Psychiatric Hospital\, Detention-based through NC-RISE\, and Outpatient at Atrium Health’s CCRP\nInstruction in court referral process to the various capacity restoration programs with a focus streamlining the assessment/admission process\, reducing delays and the scheduling of unnecessary court hearings\, and allowing defendants to be served in the most appropriate/least restrictive setting.\n\nWho:  \nDr. Anna Abate is a licensed clinical psychologist with specialized expertise in forensic psychology. She earned her Ph.D. from Sam Houston State University\, completing her training through internship at the University of North Carolina and fellowship at the Institute of Law\, Psychiatry\, & Public Policy at the University of Virginia. Her background includes managing research initiatives\, conducting forensic evaluations\, and guiding program evaluation and policy development. Previously\, Dr. Abate served as the Assistant Director of Research at North Carolina State University’s Center for Family and Community Engagement\, where she supported various research and evaluation efforts. Simultaneously\, she managed a private practice\, providing forensic evaluations and mental health assessments for a variety of psycho-legal questions. Currently\, Dr. Abate serves as Program Administrator for the NC RISE program\, where she plays a critical role in overseeing and developing this jail-based capacity restoration program. \n  \nDr. Sherif Soliman is the medical director for the Atrium Health Community Capacity Restoration Program and the Program Director for the Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship Training Program. He is board certified in General\, Forensic\, and Geriatric Psychiatry and is a Clinical Associate Professor at the Wake Forest of Medicine and Atrium Health. In addition\, he holds an academic appointment at Case Western Reserve School of Medicine in Cleveland\, Ohio. He completed medical school (2000)\, psychiatry residency (2004)\, and geriatric psychiatry fellowship (2005) at Wayne State University in Detroit and has completed Forensic Psychiatry fellowship training at Case Western (2006). \nAfter graduating fellowship in 2006\, Dr. Soliman served as an attending psychiatrist at Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare and as the Associate Forensic Director of the former Cleveland Campus of Northcoast. Dr. Soliman’s duties included treating and evaluating forensic and civil patients\, completing forensic reports such as risk assessments and competence to stand trial evaluations\, and designing policies for the treatment and assessment of forensic patients. Dr. Soliman was also forensic psychiatrist at the Cuyahoga County Court Clinic and the City of Cleveland Municipal Court Psychiatric Clinic. Dr. Soliman’s duties included completing forensic reports such as sanity at the time of the act evaluations\, mitigation of penalty evaluations\, and competence to stand trial evaluations\, among others. He served as a CIT trainer for the Cleveland Police Department. \nDr. Soliman moved to Charlotte\, North Carolina in 2018 to join Atrium Health\, where he works as a forensic psychiatrist and an emergency department psychiatrist. In addition\, he does forensic psychiatric evaluations at Broughton Hospital. Dr. Soliman servs as chair of the Geriatric Psychiatry and the Law Committee at the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law\, is a past president of the Midwest Chapter of the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law and has been awarded the Award for Best Teacher in a Forensic Fellowship by the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law. This award is awarded for excellence in teaching forensic psychiatry fellows. Dr. Soliman is active in teaching medical students\, residents\, and fellows. In addition to teaching residents at Atrium Health\, he teaches forensic psychiatry fellows at Case Western Reserve\, residents at Mountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC)\, and been an invited speaker at other residency programs throughout the country. He has also lectured at Continuing Legal Education conferences and to adult protective services workers. \n  \nStephen Strzelecki\, Psy.D. is a forensic and clinical neuropsychologist who has been licensed in North Carolina since 1995. He has worked in various settings\, including inpatient pediatric rehabilitation\, community mental health\, and private practice\, which also included contractual forensic evaluations through the local mental health Managed Care Organization (MCO) and the NC Department of Juvenile Justice. \nSince 2013\, Dr. Strzelecki has been part of Mecklenburg County’s Criminal Justice Services (CJS)\, where he serves as the Clinical Director of the Forensic Evaluations Unit (FEU).  In this role he oversees the completion of Mecklenburg County court-ordered forensic psychological evaluations from all levels of the judiciary\, as well as behavioral health diversion programs and grant-based projects designed to address the needs of justice involved individuals with severe mental health disorders\, substance use issues\, and intellectual-developmental disabilities. \nProjects in which Dr. Strzelecki is involved include; Understanding the Frequent Utilizer Population research project with Policy Research Associates\, SOAR-Criminal Justice grant project through SAMHSA to expedite access to disability benefits for individuals that are experiencing homelessness and involved with the criminal justice system\, and SAMHSA’s GAINS Center-Learning Collaborative: Competence to Stand Trial/Competence Restoration project with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. \nWithin Mecklenburg County\, Dr. Strzelecki serves as the chair for the Stepping Up Committee\, which is part of a state and national initiative that focuses on reducing the number of individuals with mental illness in jails. He is also a member the Substance Use Disorder Task Force Leadership team\, the Involuntary Commitment Committee\, Juvenile Model Court Committee\, and an instructor with the Mecklenburg County CIT program. \n  \nYolanda Tindal is the program manager for the Atrium Health Community Capacity Restoration Program. As a licensed clinician\, she has over 15 years of experience working closely with populations interacting with mental health services in conjunction with the criminal justice system. Yolanda is currently designing\, implementing and managing a grant funded pilot program provided by the Department of Health and Human Services. She and her colleagues have been tasked with the demonstrating the efficacy and reduced treatment costs of community-based restoration programs. \n  \nPlease email Anthony.F.Monaghan@nccourts.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/options-in-capacity-to-proceed-to-trial-restoration/
LOCATION:Mecklenburg Public Defender’s Office\, 720 E 4th Street\, Charlotte\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:CLE
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SUMMARY:Defense Challenges to Firearms Evidence
DESCRIPTION:Click HERE for more information about this CLE opportunity. \nJanuary 10\, 2025 at 11 a.m. \nBrunswick County Courthouse \nTo Register: Email Bailey.P.Woods2@nccourts.org 
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/defense-challenges-to-firearms-evidence/
LOCATION:Brunswick County Courthouse\, 310 Government Center Drive NE\, Bolivia\, NC\, 28422\, United States
CATEGORIES:CLE
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250116
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SUMMARY:2025 Guardianship Proceedings for Appointed Counsel and Civil Commitment Conferences
DESCRIPTION:Registration for the 2025 Guardianship Proceedings for Appointed Counsel and Civil Commitment Conferences\, co-sponsored by the School of Government and the Office of Indigent Defense Services\, is now open. \nPROGRAM OVERVIEW\, DATES\, AND LOCATION: Both conferences will be held in-person at the School of Government in Chapel Hill and are open to public defenders\, appellate defenders\, and private attorneys representing respondents in civil commitment and guardianship proceedings. \nThe Guardianship Proceedings for Appointed Counsel conference is scheduled for Thursday\, January 16. \n\nTopics will include client competency determinations; recent statutory changes and what they mean for GALs; challenges faced by GALs and how to approach them; and the ethical duties (and dilemmas) common in this work.\n\nThe Civil Commitment Conference is scheduled for Friday\, January 17.  \n\nTopics will include reviewing the nuts and bolts of effective representation in IVC proceedings; client mental health and capacity; defense counsel’s responsibilities after a hearing is finished (including appeals); and what to expect in this practice with E-Courts.\n\nWe will announce the final agendas at a later date\, closer to the programs. \nFEE: The registration fee for private assigned and managed assigned counsel is $175 for the Guardianship Proceedings for Appointed Counsel Conference and $175 for the Civil Commitment Conference. There is no fee for IDS state employees. \nSCHOLARSHIPS: A limited number of scholarships are available for private assigned and managed assigned counsel. If you are interested in applying\, complete the application linked below for the respective program you are seeking a scholarship for: \n\nGuardianship Proceedings at Appointed Counsel Scholarship – Apply here\nCivil Commitment Conference Scholarship – Apply here\n\nYou must apply and receive approval for a scholarship before registering. Please apply as soon as possible. Scholarships are awarded no later than two weeks after application submission. The scholarship application deadline for both trainings is Friday\, January 3.  \nREGISTRATION: Register for the Guardianship Proceedings for Appointed Counsel conference here. \nRegister for the Civil Commitment Conference here. \nThe registration deadline for both trainings is 5:00 pm on Friday\, January 10. \nPlease explore our list of frequently asked questions if you encounter any registration issues. You may also contact our registration team at registration@sog.unc.edu or (919) 966-4414. \nCLE CREDIT: Agendas have not been finalized and are pending bar approval\, but at this time we anticipate the Guardianship Proceedings for Appointed Counsel conference will offer 5.25 hours of CLE\, including 1.0 hour ethics credit. \nAgendas have not been finalized and are pending bar approval\, but at this time we anticipate the Civil Commitment Conference will offer 5.00 hours of CLE\, including 1.0 hour ethics credit. \nTRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT—IDS STATE EMPLOYEES ONLY: Contact Shannon Simmons\, IDS Accounts Payable Supervisor\, at Shannon.J.Simmons2@nccourts.org or (919) 890-1660. Please note that travel reimbursement forms must be submitted to IDS Financial Services by the end of the month following the travel\, or reimbursement will be denied. \nHOTEL: A block of rooms is available at the Tru by Hilton Chapel Hill hotel (1742 Fordham Blvd Chapel Hill\, NC) for $106 plus tax. This rate includes a complimentary breakfast\, parking\, and free wi-fi. To reserve a room\, book here or call the hotel at (984) 291-7200 and ask for room block “904” or “Guardianship & Civil Commitment.” The reservation deadline is Friday\, December 20. \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: We look forward to seeing you in January. If you have any questions or need further information\, contact Program Manager Kayla Fowler at kfowler@sog.unc.edu. If you have questions regarding the content\, please contact Timothy Heinle\, Teaching Assistant Professor\, at heinle@sog.unc.edu.
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/2025-guardianship-proceedings-for-appointed-counsel-and-civil-commitment-conferences/
LOCATION:UNC School of Government\, 400 South Rd.\, Chapel Hill\, 27599\, United States
CATEGORIES:CLE
GEO:35.910194;-79.0419721
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=DESCRIPTION:Registration for the 2025 Guardianship Proceedings for Appointed Counsel and Civil Commitment Conferences co-sponsored by the School of Government and the Office of Indigent Defense Services is now open. \nPROGRAM OVERVIEW DATES AND  Both conferences will be held in-person at the School of Government in Chapel Hill and are open to public defenders appellate defenders and private attorneys representing respondents in civil commitment and guardianship proceedings. \nThe Guardianship Proceedings for Appointed Counsel conference is scheduled for Thursday January 16. \n\nTopics will include client competency determinations; recent statutory changes and what they mean for GALs; challenges faced by GALs and how to approach them; and the ethical duties (and dilemmas) common in this work.\n\nThe Civil Commitment Conference is scheduled for Friday January 17.  \n\nTopics will include reviewing the nuts and bolts of effective representation in IVC proceedings; client mental health and capacity; defense counsel’s responsibilities after a hearing is finished (including appeals); and what to expect in this practice with E-Courts.\n\nWe will announce the final agendas at a later date closer to the programs. \nFEE: The registration fee for private assigned and managed assigned counsel is $175 for the Guardianship Proceedings for Appointed Counsel Conference and $175 for the Civil Commitment Conference. There is no fee for IDS state employees. \nSCHOLARSHIPS: A limited number of scholarships are available for private assigned and managed assigned counsel. If you are interested in applying complete the application linked below for the respective program you are seeking a scholarship for: \n\nGuardianship Proceedings at Appointed Counsel Scholarship – Apply here\nCivil Commitment Conference Scholarship – Apply here\n\nYou must apply and receive approval for a scholarship before registering. Please apply as soon as possible. Scholarships are awarded no later than two weeks after application submission. The scholarship application deadline for both trainings is Friday January 3.  \nREGISTRATION: Register for the Guardianship Proceedings for Appointed Counsel conference here. \nRegister for the Civil Commitment Conference here. \nThe registration deadline for both trainings is 5:00 pm on Friday January 10. \nPlease explore our list of frequently asked questions if you encounter any registration issues. You may also contact our registration team at registration@sog.unc.edu or (919) 966-4414. \nCLE CREDIT: Agendas have not been finalized and are pending bar approval but at this time we anticipate the Guardianship Proceedings for Appointed Counsel conference will offer 5.25 hours of CLE including 1.0 hour ethics credit. \nAgendas have not been finalized and are pending bar approval but at this time we anticipate the Civil Commitment Conference will offer 5.00 hours of CLE including 1.0 hour ethics credit. \nTRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT—IDS STATE EMPLOYEES ONLY: Contact Shannon Simmons IDS Accounts Payable Supervisor at Shannon.J.Simmons2@nccourts.org or (919) 890-1660. Please note that travel reimbursement forms must be submitted to IDS Financial Services by the end of the month following the travel or reimbursement will be denied. \nHOTEL: A block of rooms is available at the Tru by Hilton Chapel Hill hotel (1742 Fordham Blvd Chapel Hill NC) for $106 plus tax. This rate includes a complimentary breakfast parking and free wi-fi. To reserve a room book here or call the hotel at (984) 291-7200 and ask for room block “904” or “Guardianship & Civil Commitment.” The reservation deadline is Friday December 20. \nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: We look forward to seeing you in January. If you have any questions or need further information contact Program Manager Kayla Fowler at kfowler@sog.unc.edu. If you have questions regarding the content please contact Timothy Heinle Teaching Assistant Professor at heinle@sog.unc.edu.;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=400 South Rd.:geo:-79.0419721,35.910194
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SUMMARY:How to Deal with Challenging Opposing Counsel
DESCRIPTION:How to Deal with Challenging Opposing Counsel: 4 Simple Tools to Keep Your Cool\nWednesday\, January 29th at 12pm (Eastern)\nPresented by Hon. Julie Kunce Field (Ret.) and Attorney Heidi Webb\, Ed.M.\, J.D.\n\n\n\n\nThis opportunity is not sponsored by IDS\, but by Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers (Massachusetts). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us to discover key tools for dealing with difficult opposing counsel from Hon. Julie Field (Ret.) and Attorney Heidi Webb\, with our next installment of Webinars for Busy Lawyers — in 30 minutes or less.\nWe’ve all been there – dreading the call with a particular opposing attorney – knowing that they are going to push our limits\, and deplete our reserves\, without really making any appreciable progress in the case. \nWhat you need to deal with that encounter are a few key tools in your back pocket that can help you keep your cool and focus on what you need: (1) contextualizing\, (2) clarifying\, (3) curiosity\, (4) connection. \nUsing handy questions and conversational focuses can help you get to where you need to be\, while helping you maintain your compassion and resilience. You’ll leave this short session with useful ways to deal more effectively with even the most challenging opposing counsel. \nQ&A will follow the program\, giving you the opportunity to ask any questions you have. \nIf you can’t make the live event\, you can still register to get a link to the recording once it becomes available!\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER (FREE)
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/how-to-deal-with-challenging-opposing-counsel/
CATEGORIES:CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T123000
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SUMMARY:Understanding the Core Features of Autism
DESCRIPTION:The Mecklenburg County Public Defender’s Office is hosting a free to attend live webinar on Understanding the Core Features of Autism. This presentation is for 1 general CLE hour and if you need CLE credit\, you must complete the post-CLE survey or email me your name\, NC State Bar # and how long you attended. \nPlease register below: \nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCapGg_zlFzgZELqGanh5abJZ4zBtEfY0NHoSFY212eSd_Zw/viewform?usp=sf_link \nWhen: January 31\, 2025 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. You may enter the webinar by 12:15 p.m. \nWhere: Anyplace you have internet \nWhat: As a criminal defense attorney\, you may have a client who is on the Autism Spectrum and sometimes it may be difficult to assess if this is the case. This program will give attorneys tools to help identify whether a client may be on the spectrum and the potential need for further psychological testing or evaluation. Further\, if the attorney can better understand clients on the spectrum\, they can provide a better defense for these clients. The speakers will outline the core features of autism\, with emphasis on common differences in the areas of communication\, social understanding and interaction\, self-management and executive functioning\, and regulation of emotions and behaviors. They will highlight how these differences might manifest in individuals with more nuanced presentations of autism. \nWho: Louise Southern PhD\, LBA\, BCBA\, is the Associate Clinical Director of the Autism Society of North Carolina (ASNC) and has worked with children and adults across the spectrum in a variety of contexts since 1998.  Among other roles\, she leads external clinical training initiatives for the organization. \nEb Roberts JD\, SPHR\, LCMHC\, is the General Counsel and Chief Human Resources Officer for the organization. Prior to joining ASNC\, she spent 20 years in the for-profit sector\, working primarily in behavioral health hospital administration\, outpatient counseling\, and engaged in the practice of law. \nPlease email Anthony.F.Monaghan@nccourts.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/understanding-the-core-features-of-autism/
CATEGORIES:CLE
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250208
DTSTAMP:20260403T183428
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SUMMARY:2025 Felony Defender Training
DESCRIPTION:Registration for the Felony Defender Training\, scheduled for February 5-7\, 2025\, is now open and available at https://www.sog.unc.edu/courses/felony-defender-training. This training is co-sponsored by the UNC School of Government and the Office of Indigent Defense Services. \nAgenda – 2025 Felony Defender Training \nProgram: The program will be held at the School of Government with topics covering discovery and investigation\, suppression and other superior court motions\, lab reports\, preserving the record\, sentencing\, and trial skills—including conducting voir dire—necessary to handle felony cases from start to finish. The program is comprised of plenary sessions and intensive small group workshops. \nParticipants: This training is open to public defenders\, private assigned and managed assigned counsel who perform a significant amount of appointed work. The program is geared toward attorneys who are new to representing defendants charged with felonies in superior court. \nREGISTRATION: To register and find other program information\, visit https://www.sog.unc.edu/courses/felony-defender-training. The registration deadline is 5:00 p.m. on Friday\, January 24. Please plan on attending all sessions. \nFEE: The registration fee for private assigned and managed assigned counsel is $475\, which includes all materials\, parking\, breaks\, and lunches. There is no fee for IDS state employees. \nA limited number of scholarships are available for private assigned and managed assigned counsel. If you are interested in applying\, click here to complete the scholarship application. You must apply and receive approval for a scholarship before registering. Please apply as soon as possible. Scholarships are awarded no later than two weeks after application submission. The scholarship application deadline is Friday\, January 17. \nCredit & Certification: The program offers 17 hours of continuing legal education (CLE) credit\, including 1 hour of ethics/professional responsibility\, and qualifies for the NC State Bar criminal law specialization credit (pending Bar approval).  \nHotel Information: A block of rooms is available at Hampton Inn & Suites Chapel Hill/Durham (6121 Farrington Road\, Chapel Hill\, NC) with a rate of $109 plus taxes and fees. The rate includes complimentary breakfast\, parking\, and free wi-fi. To reserve a room\, book here or call the hotel directly at 919-403-8700 and mention group code “900” or “Felony Defender Training.” The hotel reservation deadline is Friday\, January 17. \nTRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT—IDS STATE EMPLOYEES ONLY: Contact Shannon Simmons\, IDS Accounts Payable Supervisor\, at Shannon.J.Simmons2@nccourts.org or 919-890-1660. Please note that travel reimbursement forms must be submitted to IDS Financial Services by the end of the month following the travel\, or reimbursement will be denied. \nAdditional Information: We look forward to seeing you in February. If you have any questions or would like further information\, contact Program Manager Kayla Fowler at kfowler@sog.unc.edu. If you have questions regarding the content\, contact Danny Spiegel\, Assistant Professor of Criminal Law\, Procedure\, and Evidence\, at spiegel@sog.unc.edu. \n  \nThe School of Government is committed to equality of educational opportunity. The School does not discriminate in offering access to its educational programs and activities on the basis of race\, color\, gender\, age\, national origin\, religion\, creed\, disability\, veteran’s status\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, or gender expression. If you have a disability and need accommodation to participate in any School of Government program\, please let us know.
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/2025-felony-defender-training/
LOCATION:UNC School of Government\, 400 South Rd.\, Chapel Hill\, 27599\, United States
CATEGORIES:CLE
GEO:35.910194;-79.0419721
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260403T183428
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SUMMARY:Quartely IDS Commission Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The next quarterly Indigent Defense Services (IDS) Commission Meeting will be held on February 7 at 10:00 am\, with both in-person and virtual attendance options available. The agenda will include updates on indigent defense initiatives\, budget matters\, and policy discussions. For meeting details\, including the agenda and virtual access information\, please visit: Quarterly IDS Commission Meeting\, February 7\, 2025 – Indigent Defense Services
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/quartely-ids-commission-meeting/
LOCATION:UNC School of Government\, 400 South Rd.\, Chapel Hill\, 27599\, United States
GEO:35.910194;-79.0419721
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183428
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SUMMARY:Free-to-attend Ethics Hour Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:The Mecklenburg County Public Defender’s Office is hosting a free-to-attend video replay presentation of Ethical Conflicts for the Criminal Defense Attorney. This CLE is for 1 ethics hour. If you need CLE credit\, you must complete the post-CLE survey or email me your name\, NC State Bar # and how long you attended. All attendance will be confirmed by the attendance Webex provides. Everyone who registers will receive an email with instructions to join sometime after noon on 2/20/25. Please register below by 2/20/25 at noon: \nClick here to Register for 2/21/25 CLE \nWhen: February 21\, 2025 at 12:30p.m. **You may log on by 12:15 p.m. \nWhere: Anyplace you have internet. \nWhat: The speaker will discuss the ethical conflict Rules 1.7\, 1.9\, 1.10\, and 1.19 for when a lawyer\, particularly a criminal defense lawyer\, has a conflict and when conflict waivers are permitted. \nWho: Nichole P. McLaughlin has been employed as a staff attorney with the North Carolina State Bar since June 2004. Originally from New Jersey\, she graduated from Drew University with a B.A. in English. She obtained her J.D. from Seton Hall University School of Law. As Assistant Ethics Counsel\, she gives informal ethics advice to lawyers about their own future conduct via telephone or email\, prepares formal ethics opinions\, and advises the Ethics Committee. Nichole is also the Judicial District Bar Liaison\, a role created to improve communication between the State Bar and judicial district bars. Nichole has also taught Professional Responsibility at North Carolina Central School of Law. Prior to joining the Bar\, she was in private practice for five years with Donaldson & Black\, P.A. in Greensboro\, and handled asbestos workers’ comp cases. In 2021\, Nichole became an Adjunct Professor at North Carolina Central University School of Law and teaches Professional Responsibility with a Technology Focus. \nPlease email Anthony.F.Monaghan@nccourts.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/free-to-attend-ethics-hour-opportunity/
CATEGORIES:CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183428
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SUMMARY:Current Developments in Criminal Law - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Registration for the Current Developments in Criminal Law webinar is now open. Thanks to the support of the Office of Indigent Defense Services and the UNC School of Government\, we are pleased to announce that there is no registration fee for indigent defenders who meet the eligibility criteria described below. \nSchool of Government faculty member Phil Dixon\, Jr. will discuss state and federal appellate court decisions and other recent criminal law developments. \nParticipants: This webinar is open to public defenders\, private attorneys who do indigent criminal defense work\, and any others who are interested in criminal law. \nSchedule: The webinar will be held on Friday\, February 21\, 2025\, from 1:30 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. Please plan to sign on 15 minutes before the start of the webinar to test your connection. \nRegistration: Visit https://www.sog.unc.edu/courses/criminal-law-webinars-case-and-legislative-updates to register online and find additional information about the webinar. Pre-registration is required. The deadline is Tuesday\, February 18\, 2025\, at 5:00 p.m.  \nFee: There is no registration fee for IDS state employees. There is no registration fee for private assigned counsel\, managed assigned counsel\, and capital attorneys who were paid more than $500 for indigent cases during the 2023-2024 fiscal year (July 1\, 2023-June 30\, 2024). The registration fee for private attorneys and others is $90.00. \nQuestions Regarding Private Assigned Counsel\, Managed Assigned Counsel\, and Capital Attorney Eligibility: If you have questions regarding your eligibility to attend the program without paying a registration fee\, please contact Aaron Gallagher\, IDS Fiscal Officer\, at aaron.m.gallagher@nccourts.org to determine your eligibility. \nCLE Credit and  Certification: The webinar offers 1.5 hours of general CLE credit and qualifies for NC State Bar criminal law specialization credit. To receive CLE credit\, all participants must pre-register individually\, even if the webinar is watched in a group setting. To receive partial credit\, please submit your form to Karli Wilson at kwilson@sog.unc.edu by 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday\, March 5\, 2025.  \nFor More Information: Contact Karli Wilson\, Program Manager\, at kwilson@sog.unc.edu. \nThe School of Government is committed to equality of educational opportunity. The School does not discriminate in offering access to its educational programs and activities on the basis of age\, gender\, race\, color\, national origin\, religion\, creed\, disability\, veteran status\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, or gender expression. If you have a disability and need accommodation to participate in any School of Government program\, please let us know. 
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/current-developments-in-criminal-law-webinar/
CATEGORIES:CLE
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Wymore Jury Selection - Wilmington
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Wymore Jury Selection\nWilmington\, North Carolina February 28\, 2025\n  \nPresenter: Terry Alford \nTerry Alford heads up the Trial Resource Unit at the Office of the Capital Defender of North Carolina. He has practiced criminal defense law for over 40 years\, participated as lead counsel in numerous capital murder trials\, is a recipient of the prestigious J. Kirk Osborn award\, and joined the Office of the Capital Defender in 2017. \n  \n9:00   –  9:15          Register \n9:15   – 10:00         Introduction to Wymore Jury selection \n10:00 – 10:15         Break \n10:15 – 10:45         Case study \n10:45 – 11:15         Good facts/bad facts \n11:15 – 12:00         Demonstration on a life juror and a killer. \n12:00 –  1:30          Lunch (on your own) \n1:30   –  2:30          Jury selection by participants \n2:30   –  2:45          Break \n2:45   –  4:15          Jury selection by participants \n  \nWhat will be covered during each session: \nThe first session introduces the participants to the Wymore method of selecting jurors in a capital case where the government is seeking the death penalty for your client. \nThe second session is a case study. A fictional set of facts describes a murder and describes the life of the person charged with the crime. \nThe third session reviews the case study facts and selects the good facts you want to tell the jury and selects the bad facts you want the jury to know about. \nThe fourth session is a demonstration of questioning a potential juror who you want to keep on your jury. \nThe fifth session is a demonstration of questioning a potential juror who you do not want to keep on your jury. \nThe last two sessions allow the participants to practice jury selection using the Wymore method\, with critique. \n  \n5 hours CLE credit is pending approval. If you want CLE credit the State Bar will bill you for the CLE. \n  \nNOTE: This is a free seminar. It is limited to attorneys who handle capital murder cases. \nNOTE: No reimbursement is allowed for mileage or lodging. This seminar is designed for local NC attorneys who can drive to Wilmington\, NC and return on the same day. \nSimilar seminars have been and will be held in other areas in North Carolina.  If you are not close to Wilmington\, feel free to attend but you will not be reimbursed for travel and lodging. That allows us to offer the seminar free. \n  \n**If you would like to attend\, please email Jennifer Webster and let her know. We will then send you the Wymore materials and the case study.\nJennifer.a.webster@nccourts.org
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/introduction-to-wymore-jury-selection/
CATEGORIES:CLE
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250308
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SUMMARY:2025 Intensive Parent Defender Training
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Intensive Parent Defender Training\, co-sponsored by the School of Government and the North Carolina Office of Indigent Defense Services\, will be held Thursday\, March 6 through Friday\, March 7. \nPROGRAM OVERVIEW: This training will focus on termination of parental rights (TPR) proceedings and the role of parent defenders. Topics will include a review of the different stages of a TPR; advocacy tips regarding the grounds and the best interest factors; evidentiary considerations at each stage; and more about the steps defenders should take before\, during\, and after a TPR to protect their client’s interests. \nPARTICIPANTS: This program is open to public defenders and private attorneys appointed to represent parents in juvenile abuse\, neglect\, and dependency\, who are interested in the fundamentals of parent representation and in sharpening their advocacy skills. \nLOCATION\, DATES\, & TIMES: This training will be held at the School of Government on the campus of UNC-Chapel Hill on March 6-7. Check-in will start at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday\, March 6. The agenda can be found on the course page here. \nREGISTRATION: To register and to find other program information\, including our cancellation and refund policy\, visit https://www.sog.unc.edu/courses/intensive-parent-defender-training. The registration deadline is 5:00 p.m. on Friday\, February 21. Registration is on a first-come\, first-served basis. Please plan on attending all sessions. \nFEE: The registration fee for private assigned and managed assigned counsel is $325\, which includes all materials\, parking\, breaks\, and lunches. There is no fee for IDS state employees. \nA limited number of scholarships are available for private assigned and managed assigned counsel. If you are interested in applying\, click here to complete the scholarship application. You must apply and receive approval for a scholarship before registering. Please apply as soon as possible. Scholarships are awarded no later than two weeks after application submission. The scholarship application deadline is Friday\, February 14. \nCredit & Certification: The program will offer approximately 10.5 hours of continuing legal education (CLE) credit\, including one hour of ethics credit\, and qualifies for the NC State Bar child welfare law specialization credit. \nHotel Information: A block of rooms is available at the Tru by Hilton Chapel Hill hotel (1742 Fordham Blvd Chapel Hill\, NC ) for $114 plus tax. This rate includes a complimentary breakfast\, parking\, and free wi-fi. To reserve a room\, book here or call the hotel at (984) 291-7200 and ask for room block “905” or “Intensive Parent Defender Training”. The reservation deadline is Wednesday\, February 12. \nTRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT—IDS STATE EMPLOYEES ONLY: Contact Shannon Simmons\, IDS Accounts Payable Supervisor\, at Shannon.J.Simmons2@nccourts.org or (919) 890-1660. Please note that travel reimbursement forms must be submitted to IDS Financial Services by the end of the month following the travel\, or reimbursement will be denied. \nCONTACT: If you have any questions or need additional information\, contact Program Manager Kayla Fowler at kfowler@sog.unc.edu. If you have questions regarding the content\, contact Timothy Heinle\, Teaching Assistant Professor\, at heinle@sog.unc.edu. \nThe School of Government is committed to equality of educational opportunity. The School does not discriminate in offering access to its educational programs and activities on the basis of race\, color\, gender\, age\, national origin\, religion\, creed\, disability\, veteran’s status\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, or gender expression. If you have a disability and need accommodation to participate in any School of Government program\, please let us know.
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/2025-intensive-parent-defender-training/
CATEGORIES:CLE
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SUMMARY:"Whiskey in the Courtroom" - Registration now open!
DESCRIPTION:Indigent Defense Services\, the Duke Law Center for Criminal Justice and Professional Responsibility\, the Wilson Center for Science and Justice\, and Pfeiffer Rudolf are pleased to announce the eleventh annual CLE\, “Whiskey in the Courtroom: Evolving Trends in Forensic Science.” Whiskey 11 will take place on March 7\, 2025 at Duke Law School. \nForensic science experts and attorneys who have litigated cases involving complex scientific evidence will present on a range of topics to help attorneys understand the latest trends in forensic evidence\, limitations to this evidence\, and legal challenges that can be made. This year the program will have a special focus on Digital Footprints – What We Leave Behind. \nThe program is open to NC criminal defense and parent attorneys and their staff\, investigators\, mitigation specialists\, and other defense team members. \nThere will be a minimal fee for this program to cover the cost of food and parking. \nA special thank you this year to Pfeiffer Rudolf for helping sponsor the program. The program is expected to carry 6 CLE hours\, including one ethics hour and one technology hour. \nUse the following link for more information AND TO REGISTER: \n2025 Symposium: Whiskey in the Courtroom | Duke University School of Law \nWe look forward to seeing you in March!
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/save-the-date-whiskey-in-the-courtroom/
CATEGORIES:CLE
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SUMMARY:Interpreting Complex DNA Mixtures with STRmix
DESCRIPTION:The Mecklenburg County Public Defender’s Office is offering a free to attend presentation on Probabilistic Genotyping: Interpreting Complex DNA Mixtures with STRmix. Pending Approval by the NC State Bar\, this presentation is for 2.5 hours of general CLE credit. As this presentation will not give a refresher course on DNA basics\, please click the below links (thank you Sarah Olson) for a refresher on the basics of DNA comparison\, so you are prepared for the presentation. Please register below as space is limited: \nClick here to Register for March 21st\nWhen: Friday March 21\, 2025\, from 12:30-3:15 p.m. (There will be a break from 1:45-2 p.m. and the conference room will open by 12:15 p.m. You are welcome to bring your lunch.) \nWhere: The Mecklenburg County Public Defender’s Office 4th floor conference room (720 E 4th St Charlotte\, NC; take the elevator to the 4th floor and the conference room is on the left). Please note there is no online option for this seminar. \nWhat: This presentation will provide an overview of probabilistic genotyping (PG) software\, now being used to interpret complex DNA mixtures at the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department Lab (as well as the NC State Crime Lab).  Attendees will learn more about the functionality of the PG software (STRmix) and become familiar with report structure and conclusions.  The objective of the presentation is to gain a better understanding of how the software is implemented and used to interpret complex DNA mixtures.  Attendees will become more informed about what to expect from the lab (reports\, underlying result\, software output files)\, the limitations of the software\, and venues for challenging PG results in defense of their criminal clients. \nWho: Dr. Maher “Max” Noureddine\, PhD. is a molecular geneticist with extensive background in scientific research in human genetics and expertise in Forensic DNA evidence. He earned his Ph.D. in Molecular Genetics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.  He then completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Duke University Medical Center (The Center for Human Genetics)\, where he published many articles on the genetics of Parkinson Disease and other human genetic disorders.  His expertise includes specialized training in complex genomics\, DNA fingerprinting\, mitochondrial genome analysis\, Single Nucleotide Polymorphism studies\, and state of the art methodologies in gene structure and function studies. Since 2011\, Dr. Noureddine has been providing expert witness services in forensic DNA and serology evidence throughout the United States.  He has served as an expert in over 1\,100 criminal and civil cases and testified in both State and Federal courts.  He is a diplomat of the American Board of Criminalistics\, and a member of the International Society of Forensic Genetics\, the American Academy of Forensic Sciences\, the American Society of Human Genetics\, and the International Association for Identification.  He is an adjunct teaching faculty in the Department of Forensic Science at Radford University\, VA. \n  \nDNA Refresher links: \nhttps://www.nist.gov/feature-stories/dna-mixtures-forensic-science-explainer \nhttps://royalsociety.org/~/media/about-us/programmes/science-and-law/royal-society-forensic-dna-analysis-primer-for-courts.pdf \nhttps://senseaboutscience.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/making-sense-of-forensic-genetics.pdf \nhttps://nij.ojp.gov/library/publications/dna-defense-bar \nPlease email Anthony.F.Monaghan@nccourts.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/interpreting-complex-dna-mixtures-with-strmix/
CATEGORIES:CLE
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SUMMARY:Defending Death by Distribution Cases - Registration is open!
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Durham March 27 & 28\, 2025 for a FREE\, in-person training on Defending Death by Distribution Cases.\nTopics will include: \n\nVoir Dire & Deselection\nForensic Pathology\nToxicology\nChallenging Charging Decisions\nPreparing for Trial\nWorking with Clients Struggling with Substance Use (Ethics and Professional Well Being)\nAND small group jury selection workshop!\n\nCo-sponsored by IDS\, NACDL\, NCAJ\, and Vital Strategies\, this program is open to all North Carolina criminal defense lawyers\, investigators\, and mitigation specialists. Make plans to join us in RTP for this important program. \nSpace is limited\, so register now and find more information here.\nDetails \n\nDate: Thursday\, March 27 and Friday\, March 28\, 2025\nLocation: DoubleTree Hotel\, 4810 Page Creek Ln\, Durham\, NC\nCLE: up to 11.5 hours of CLE (including 1.0 Ethics and 1.0 Professional Well Being) is anticipated\nCost: FREE but registration is required
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/save-the-date-defending-death-by-distribution-cases/
CATEGORIES:CLE
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Wymore Jury Selection - Salisbury
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Wymore Jury Selection\nSalisbury\, North Carolina April 11\, 2025\n  \nPresenter: Terry Alford \nTerry Alford heads up the Trial Resource Unit at the Office of the Capital Defender of North Carolina. He has practiced criminal defense law for over 40 years\, participated as lead counsel in numerous capital murder trials\, is a recipient of the prestigious J. Kirk Osborn award\, and joined the Office of the Capital Defender in 2017. \n  \n9:00   –  9:15          Register \n9:15   – 10:00         Introduction to Wymore Jury selection \n10:00 – 10:15         Break \n10:15 – 10:45         Case study \n10:45 – 11:15         Good facts/bad facts \n11:15 – 12:00         Demonstration on a life juror and a killer. \n12:00 –  1:30          Lunch (on your own) \n1:30   –  2:30          Jury selection by participants \n2:30   –  2:45          Break \n2:45   –  4:15          Jury selection by participants \n  \nWhat will be covered during each session: \nThe first session introduces the participants to the Wymore method of selecting jurors in a capital case where the government is seeking the death penalty for your client. \nThe second session is a case study. A fictional set of facts describes a murder and describes the life of the person charged with the crime. \nThe third session reviews the case study facts and selects the good facts you want to tell the jury and selects the bad facts you want the jury to know about. \nThe fourth session is a demonstration of questioning a potential juror who you want to keep on your jury. \nThe fifth session is a demonstration of questioning a potential juror who you do not want to keep on your jury. \nThe last two sessions allow the participants to practice jury selection using the Wymore method\, with critique. \n  \n5 hours CLE credit is pending approval. If you want CLE credit the State Bar will bill you for the CLE. \n  \nNOTE: This is a free seminar. It is limited to attorneys who handle capital murder cases. \nNOTE: No reimbursement is allowed for mileage or lodging. This seminar is designed for local NC attorneys who can drive to Salisbury\, NC and return on the same day. \nSimilar seminars have been and will be held in other areas in North Carolina.  If you are not close to Salisbury\, feel free to attend but you will not be reimbursed for travel and lodging. That allows us to offer the seminar free. \n  \nThe seminar will be in Courtroom #6 on the third floor of the Rowan County Courthouse.\nIf you would like to attend\, please email Jennifer Webster and let her know. We will then send you the Wymore materials and the case study.\nJennifer.a.webster@nccourts.org
URL:https://www.ncids.org/event/introduction-to-wymore-jury-selection-salisbury/
CATEGORIES:CLE
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