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News Roundup
Phil Dixon on Friday, August 7th, 2026

Last week’s News Roundup noted the story of a Charlotte-Mecklenburg officer accused of illegally accessing Flock camera data. According to these reports, at least 20 law enforcement officers in Georgia are facing...

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An indigent defendant who has been formally charged has a right to counsel at a pretrial lineup or other identification procedure at which defendant’s presence is required.

The state is not barred from recharging an offense if it was dismissed because the state’s motion to continue was denied. 

Misdemeanors may be charged in an indictment only if the charge is initiated by presentment or if the offense is joined with a charged felony. See G.S. 15A-923; G.S. 7A-271.

An initial appearance may be held before a magistrate anywhere within the state. See G.S. 7A-273(7).

All criminal pleadings must name or otherwise identify the defendant. See G.S. 15A-924(a)(1).

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