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North Carolina Court Considers Resentencing in Landmark Racial Bias Death Penalty Case

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RALEIGH, N.C. — Attorneys representing Hasson Bacote, a Black man sentenced to death in 2009, are advocating for a life sentence citing North Carolina’s history of racial bias in jury selection as a compelling argument for resentencing. Bacote’s sentence was delivered by a jury comprised predominantly of white members – 10 white and two Black jurors – after his involvement in a felony murder was established by the court. The latest arguments were presented on Wednesday, unfolding Bacote as the central figure in a broader examination of North Carolina’s Racial Justice Act, instituted in 2009 … Read more

North Carolina State Bar Welcomes Diverse New Members to Its Influential Committees

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Raleigh, NC — In a significant development for North Carolina’s legal sector, several new appointments have been made to key committees of the State Bar, signaling a potential shift in legal oversight and adherence to ethical practices within the profession. These appointments are part of the ongoing efforts to enhance the function and accountability of the legal disciplinary system in the state. The newly appointed members will sit on panels that deal with a range of responsibilities, from reviewing disciplinary actions against attorneys to overseeing continuing legal education. Their roles are crucial as they ensure … Read more

Massive Police Response at North Charleston Gas Station Sparks Community Concern

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NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C.— Authorities swarmed a gas station in North Charleston early Thursday morning in response to a developing police situation. The incident, which drew widespread attention from locals and motorists, saw a substantial deployment of police forces, heightening tensions and sparking speculation among community members. According to police reports, the law enforcement activity began shortly before dawn at a centrally located gas station on a busy intersection, catching early morning commuters off guard. As authorities cordoned off the area, it became apparent that the operation was linked to a potentially hazardous suspect situation. Eyewitnesses … Read more

North Carolina Court Upholds Record $40 Million Drunk Driving Lawsuit Verdict

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Raleigh, NC — In a landmark ruling, a North Carolina court has upheld a $40 million verdict in a drunk driving case, marking it as the largest such judgment in the state’s history. The decision stems from a tragic 2017 incident where Chandler Kania, a University of North Carolina student at the time, drove drunk and caused a deadly crash on Interstate 85, killing three people and seriously injuring a fourth. The jury found Kania guilty in 2018, and he was sentenced to at least 12 years in prison. Subsequently, in 2019, a civil lawsuit … Read more