Lawmakers in North Carolina's General Assembly have been busy dealing with redistricting, disaster recovery, and education funding, among other issues. A new mini-budget has been approved to fund essential state operations, including disaster recovery, education, and public safety initiatives. The budget also includes funding for broadband fiber repair, court technology upgrades, and infrastructure projects. Meanwhile, Governor Josh Stein has expressed concerns about the redistricting process and has called for increased funding for public safety and mental health services. [... more]

A crime bill in North Carolina aims to keep violent offenders behind bars and off the streets by restricting judicial discretion in granting pretrial releases and creating a new category of violent offenses that require GPS monitoring or secured bonds. [... more]

A criminal justice reform bill, known as Irena's Law, has been passed in the North Carolina Senate, addressing issues such as pretrial release, mental health crisis, and the death penalty. The bill creates a new category of violent offenses, requires GPS monitoring, and adds committing a capital felony on public transportation to the list of aggravating factors that can make a defendant eligible for the death penalty. [... more]

The trial date for President Trump's case has been set for May 20th, 2024, amidst a series of investigations and potential indictments, sparking concerns about election interference and the weaponization of government agencies. The American Center for Law and Justice is defending whistleblowers and fighting for religious freedom and liberty, highlighting the importance of standing up against government overreach and protecting individual rights. [... more]

The George Floyd case in Minnesota is a socially charged topic that has garnered significant attention. As experienced attorneys, Damian McCullers and Josh Whitaker discuss the pretrial proceedings from both the prosecution and defense perspectives, highlighting the importance of understanding the facts and the role of language in the legal system. [... more]