The Myth of No Bad Days
By all outward measures, things have gone “right” in my life. I’m happily married to my best friend, and we share two wonderful children. I hold a…
State v. Carter and the North Carolina Exclusionary Rule
The North Carolina Supreme Court decision in State v. Carter stands apart from modern federal jurisprudence in holding that Article 1, section 20 of the…
Last Chance for Constitutional Romance, Dec. 3, 2020!
“COVID-19 v. The Constitution: The New Normal?” Don’t miss it! The Constitutional Rights & Responsibilities Section annual CLE is right around the…
Save the Date: Upcoming Constitutional Rights & Responsibilities Section Meetings and CLE
Hello, and I hope everyone is doing well during these trying times. I have recently taken over as Chair of our section and look forward to guiding us through…
Section CLE on Election Law, Campaign Finance, Redistricting and Related Issues is a “Must-Attend”
Are you keeping track of recent developments in North Carolina election law, campaign finance, gerrymandering litigation, and legislative redistricting? If…
Celebrating Constitution Day in North Carolina Schools
Constitution Day commemorates the formation and signing of the United States Constitution on September 17, 1787. This and every year the Constitutional Rights…
Section CLE and Save the Dates
CLE Recap and Online Replay On Feb. 22, 2019, attorneys participated live and via webcast in the Section’s annual CLE (co-sponsored with the Government…
Section’s John McNeill Smith Jr. Award Honors Henry M. “Mickey” Michaux Jr.
The Constitutional Rights & Responsibilities Section was pleased to honor Henry M. “Mickey” Michaux Jr., a titan of the civil rights movement, 43-year…
Save the Dates: Section Social and CLE Feb. 21-22
Please mark your calendar for Feb. 22, 2019, for “In Tune or Off Key – Law, Government, Constitutional Rights and Responsibilities,” this year’s…