Defenders, We want to make you aware of operational changes instituted by state juvenile justice officials in response to the Covid-19...

Welcome to Friday! OJD would again like to thank all of our public defenders who are continuing their work while a crisis sweeps through...

As you may know, courts around the country are limiting or altogether restricting visitation to juvenile detention to combat the spread...

Good Morning Readers! We know it has been a chaotic week and one filled with a bit of stress. So we’ll keep it light and airy, an easy...

The revamped OJD Podcast is here! We are still searching for a new name so if you have any ideas and would like to win a prize…email us...

What a week for OJD! Started off smooth sailing and then 2 days at the UNC School of Government for the Intensive Juvenile Defender...

If I told you that OJD had the busiest week, would you believe us? From grant meetings to trainings, the work never stops when OJD is...

This post has been edited to correct CLE presentation information due to inaccurate names. MY APOLOGIES! – LaTobia Happy SNOW DAY Friday...

Happy Valentine’s Day Readers! We hope this day reaches you with lots of joy and smiles. Appeals Tip of the Week: Courtesy of David...

We finally made it through January and it’s FRIDAY! OJD has been working on new, exciting trainings, consulting with our great Defenders,...

The IDS Commission is seeking the next Executive Director for IDS and the position has been posted here:  https://www.governmentjobs.com/...

Happiest of Friday’s to you OJD readers! This week was full of meetings and trainings… AND INTERVIEWS! We narrowed down the candidates...

From the UNC School of Government: We are excited to announce that the 2020 Intensive Juvenile Defender Training, cosponsored by the...

Below you will find 3 upcoming FREE training announcements for North Carolina Defense Attorneys. We will also be announcing a Save The...

It’s the first week back from a long holiday break and OJD has been busy with all things #RaiseTheAge. Have a question or a case you...

The deadline for applications to the 2020 JTIP Summer Academy is fast approaching! Applications are due no later than January 12th, 2020,...

Welcome to the new decade with your trusted OJD office. This week was pretty easy due to the holiday but that doesn’t mean we don’t have...

OJD has been on Holiday Break which means no Week in Review (unless you REALLY want to know about all the holiday food we ate!). Enjoy...

Happy Friday Readers! We’re back with another Week in Review and a great Raise the Age Tip for you. The office has been buzzing with...

Happy Friday Readers! It’s been a quiet week for OJD as we prepare to interview our potential new Assistant Juvenile Defender! So many...