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NC Judges Could Lose Pay During Investigations | Durham News
North Carolina just passed a bold new law that could shake up how judges are treated during misconduct investigations—giving the chief justice power to suspend them without pay, a move supporters say is long overdue to stop judges from collecting salaries while facing serious allegations. But critics warn it could unfairly derail careers—even if judges are later cleared—and raise concerns about secrecy in the process. The bill now heads to Governor Josh Stein’s desk for final approval, veto, or signature—a decision that could redefine judicial accountability in the state. Listen in…
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