District Criminal Court Program

The District Criminal Court Program provides an opportunity for those involved in a court case to sit down with a trained mediator to try and talk through their dispute. Those who participate in mediation will have a chance to tell their side of the story, to hear the other side, and to search for ways to settle their disagreements.

If an agreement is reached, your case may be dismissed. If no agreement can be reached, the case will remain for the court to hear and enter judgment. The District Attorney or judge can remove your case from Mediation at any time.

In accordance with North Carolina General Statute 7A-38.5-38.7: a $60.00 non-refundable fee must be paid by the defendant, complainant or 3rd party prior to Mediation occurring.

If your case is in one of the following counties, please email the mediator if you have questions:

Burke, Caldwell or Catawba County: email melanie.p.long@gmail.com

District Criminal Court Program

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