N.C. R. Prac. Super. & Dist. Ct. 15

As amended through June 18, 2024

Rule 15 - Preparation and Entry of Orders

15.1 Preparation of Orders. In all adjudication hearings, disposition hearings, motion for review hearings, and probation violation hearings, the Juvenile Delinquency Clerk shall prepare the orders, unless otherwise provided herein or, instructed by the presiding judge. In pre-trial motions hearings, unless otherwise instructed by the presiding judge, the prevailing party is expected to prepare the order and have it reviewed by the opposing party prior to being signed by the judge.

15.2 Time Standards for Entry of Order. All orders must be entered within 15 days following the conclusion of a hearing. A Judge may allow additional time to file an order in complex cases but in no event should it be entered later than 30 days following the hearing.

15.3 Secured Custody Orders. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7B-1904, all secured custody orders are to be returned to the Clerk's office for filing as soon as is practical following service, but no later than the next business day following service.

N.C. R. Prac. Sup. & Dist. Ct. Civ. P. 15

Adopted November 15, 2022, effective 1/1/2023.