Smells Like 4th Amendment
An attorney wants a do-over in a recent ruling that sidesteps whether the smell of alleged marijuana can justify searching someone’s vehicle.
Is the Leandro Case Dead Yet?
The five school districts that filed the initial claims asked the state Supreme Court to put a hold on its April ruling.
Two Years, No Leandro Ruling
The next batch of Supreme Court rulings aren’t scheduled to be released until March 20.Â
They’re Running
The Caucus spoke with several first-time and returning candidates about what to expect from them if elected.
Hemp on Trial
The state Supreme Court has three cases pending to determine whether the ‘smell test’ for hemp is valid grounds for searching a person or vehicle.
A Batson Rejection
The state Supreme Court declined to review claims of jury discrimination even though the prosecutor admitted to considering race.
Jefferson Griffin Lost. The Reputation of State Courts Might Be the Biggest Loser.
The six-month challenge did more than rekindle long-simmering partisan debates over election administration. It also raised questions about the state’s judiciary.
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Some N.C. Supreme Court Republicans Seem Willing to Overturn Griffin’s Defeat
While the justices remanded the case to Wake County’s superior court on Wednesday, it’s likely to return. Â
Jefferson Griffin’s Gambit For a State Supreme Court Seat
Last year, a state board and rules commission said overseas voters didn’t need to provide photo ID. Now Griffin wants ballots from heavily Democratic counties tossed.
The Never-Ending Supreme Court Race
The state Supreme Court race is now in its fourth week, with no sign of wrapping up in the near future.Â
What Is Going on With the State Supreme Court Race?
The race between Democrat Allison Riggs and Republican Jefferson Griffin drags into its third week, with the incumbent now up several dozen votes.
Supreme Court Race Likely to Head to Recount
The state’s highest court has become yet another political battleground over the last decade, and rulings have gotten more partisan.
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