Week in Review: March 2-6
What a week for OJD! Started off smooth sailing and then 2 days at the UNC School of Government for the Intensive Juvenile Defender Training. But we’ll get to that later, first substance! Appeals Tip of the Week: Courtesy of David Andrews, Office of the Appellate Defender If the trial attorney does not file any motion to suppress, (or make an oral motion as allowed by §7B-2408.5(e)), the juvenile cannot raise a suppression issue on appeal. State v. Miller, 2018 N.C. LEXIS 425. If the juvenile
Week in Review: Feb 24-28
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 making juvenile justice a bit better in North Carolina. Appeals Tip of the Week: Courtesy of David Andrews, Office of the Appellate Defender N.C. Gen. Stat. § 7B-2408.5 governs suppression motions in juvenile court. Under the statute, the suppression motion must include an affidavit. In adult cases, the failure to include an affidavit waives the suppression is
Intensive Juvenile Defender Training, March 4-5, 2020
From the UNC School of Government: We are excited to announce that the 2020 Intensive Juvenile Defender Training, cosponsored by the School of Government and the Office of Indigent Defense Services, will be held on March 4-5, 2020 at the UNC School of Government. It is designed for attorneys representing juveniles in delinquency proceedings for less than two years or who have not practiced in this area for a period of time. The course will include, among other topics, sessions on detention advo
Training Announcements!
Below you will find 3 upcoming FREE training announcements for North Carolina Defense Attorneys. We will also be announcing a Save The Date this Friday! If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact LaTobia or call the office at 919-890-1650. Thank you. We also have an ALL DAY Juvenile Defender Enhancement training on February 26, 2020. This training requires an RSVP as space is limited here at the Judicial Center.
Week in Review: Oct 14-18
Happy Friday Readers! The office has been buzzing with activity as we gear up for #RaiseTheAgeNC. We have so many materials, resources, and activities planned to keep you informed, the pressure is on! Lots of information to give you so let’s start! Defenders??????? Are you on the listserv? Contact LaTobia here to stay connected to your peers around the state for any and all things #JuvenileDefense TIP OF THE WEEK 😀 Immigration Consultations Did you know that IDS has made immigration consulta
OJD Week in Review: September 23-27
Happy Friday Defenders! If only we could look as relaxed as this baby right? As we get close to the start date of Raise the Age, OJD is working hard to provide defenders with tangible, useful information to aid your juveniles and their case. Be on the lookout for just HOW OJD has you covered. JOB OPPORTUNITY! The Office of Indigent Services (IDS) is seeking a Legal Associate, direct reporting to the Deputy Director. Responsibilites include: 1. Review correspondence from clients and draft resp
OJD Week in Review: 09/16-09/20
This week has been an exciting time for OJD. Not ONLY was there training in Gaston County BUT OJD welcomed two employees into the office (who also trained in Gaston!). Keep reading for all the news. Tip of the Week Prior Record Level Matters If your client’s prior record places him/her in a position for the judge to enter a level 1 OR 2 dispositional level, ALWAYS argue for a level 1 disposition. You can find a copy of the disposition chart here. Make sure to check the final written order for
SOG on the Civil Side – RTA
Be sure to check out Professor Jacqui Greene’s article and related resources on the RTA changes recently passed by the General Assembly. And be on the lookout for more RTA resources and training opportunities coming soon from OJD!