This is Part II of a two-part blog discussing changes in the law surrounding criminal gang activity and gang enhancements brought about by House Bill 1173, S.L. 2026-37, Jaleeyah’s Law. Part I addressed new crimes codified by the law, elevated gang enhancements, and...
NC Criminal Law
on Thursday, October 22nd, 2026
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Two or more offenses may be joined for trial when the offenses are based on the same act or transaction or on a series of acts or transactions connected together or constituting parts of a single scheme or plan. See G.S. 15A-926(a).
An initial appearance may be held before a magistrate anywhere within the state. See G.S. 7A-273(7).
A trial judge may permit any party to introduce additional evidence at any time before verdict. See G.S. 15A-1226(b).
All criminal pleadings must name or otherwise identify the defendant. See G.S. 15A-924(a)(1).
A judge must accept a plea arrangement that involves only charges and no sentence recommendation, as long as the judge determines the plea is the product of an informed choice of the defendant and there is a factual basis for the plea. See G.S. 15A-1023(c).
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