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OJD Week in Review: Oct. 9-13
This week we would like to point out some new resources, upcoming deadlines, and available job opportunities. Fellowships and Deadlines...

NC OJD
Oct 13, 20173 min read


OJD Week in Review: Oct. 2-6
This week we want to remind everyone of some upcoming events/deadlines, an update to a Court of Appeals decision and an old-but-new...

NC OJD
Oct 6, 20172 min read
“Ordering Restitution In A Juvenile Delinquency Case” by Professor LaToya Powell
From the On the Civil Side blog, Professor LaToya Powell has added a new entry titled “Ordering Restitution In A Juvenile Delinquency...

NC OJD
Sep 20, 20171 min read
Registration is Now Open for the 2017 Parent Attorney and Juvenile Defender Conferences
We are excited to announce that registration for the 2017 Parent Attorney and Juvenile Defender Conferences is now open and available at...

NC OJD
Jun 21, 20173 min read
Please Register for the NCBA’s Juvenile Representation CLE, May 12
Have you had questions regarding juvenile law that were left unanswered? Have you wondered what the juvenile court judges deem most...

NC OJD
Apr 27, 20171 min read


“The Improper Use of Electronic Monitors in Juvenile Court” by Guest Blogger Mitchell Fe
You meet your new client for the first time for the first detention hearing as the child was detained on a low-level felony or...

NC OJD
Apr 25, 20175 min read


Hey, Where’s My Discovery?
What’s the Issue? Recently our office has been made aware that not every jurisdiction handles the distribution of discovery the same...

NC OJD
Jan 30, 20172 min read
New Resources for Miller and Transfer Cases
Earlier this year, the Supreme Court of the United States issued its opinion in Montgomery v. Louisiana, 193 L. Ed. 2d 599, 622 (2016),...

NC OJD
Nov 9, 20162 min read
NCAJ Juvenile Defense Roundtable, November 16th
JUVENILE DEFENSE ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION The North Carolina Advocates for Justice Juvenile Defense Section is hosting an open meeting...

NC OJD
Nov 3, 20161 min read
“The Magistrate’s Role in Filing Juvenile Delinquency and Undisciplined Petitions”
From the “On the Civil Side” blog, please read this insightful post written by Professor LaToya Powell. Professor Powell breaks down...

NC OJD
Oct 6, 20161 min read
Roundtable Discussion: The Intersection of Youth in Detention and Mental Health Issues – Green
On Friday, September 30th, 2016, there will be a Roundtable Discussion on the Intersection of Youth in Detention and Mental Health Issues...

NC OJD
Sep 16, 20161 min read
Statewide Juvenile Defender Call, September 7th, at 1:00 p.m.
Our next statewide juvenile defender call will be Wednesday, September 7th at 1:00 PM. Call in number is 919-890-2204. Topics will...

NC OJD
Aug 29, 20161 min read


New Policy Recommendations by the National Juvenile Justice Network
From Sarah Breyer, Executive Director of the National Juvenile Justice Network:August 3, 2016 New Policy Recommendations! Every year,...

NC OJD
Aug 4, 20161 min read
Mental Health Providers & Privilege: What You Need to Know (Part 3)
Our last post highlighted the laws and privileges between mental health professionals and their patients. The privilege is unavailable to...

NC OJD
Jul 18, 20163 min read
Evalutations Prior to Adjudication:Legal Questions and Practical Impacts
In recent consultations our office has learned that some juveniles, prior to adjudication and sometimes prior to a petition being filed,...

NC OJD
Jun 24, 20162 min read
Tips on Using Age to Defend Juvenile Clients in Criminal Court, Part 2 – by Guest Blogger John Mills
The North Carolina Court of Appeals has recently released a couple of important opinions for juvenile justice. The first, State v....

NC OJD
May 9, 20163 min read
“Extending a Juvenile’s Probation Term: FAQ” by Professor LaToya Powell
From the “On the Civil Side Blog,” please read this informative blog by Professor LaToya Powell. Professor Powell discusses the basics of...

NC OJD
Apr 25, 20161 min read
Juvenile Defense Mentor Program
The North Carolina Advocates for Justice Juvenile Defense Section wants to ensure that every juvenile defender in North Carolina has...

NC OJD
Apr 20, 20161 min read
Roundtable Discussion on Navigating Mental Health Issues in Juvenile Court – Wednesday, April
On Wednesday, April 27th, 2016, there will be a Roundtable Discussion on Navigating Mental Health Issues in Juvenile Court at the...

NC OJD
Apr 19, 20161 min read
Tips on Using Age to Defend Juvenile Clients in Criminal Court, Part 1 – by Guest Blogger John
Last month, the North Carolina Court of Appeals issued two important juvenile justice decisions. The first, State v. Bowlin, addressed...

NC OJD
Apr 11, 20164 min read
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