Criminal Defense Section

The section is dedicated to empowering our members with cutting-edge analysis and resources to effectively advocate for our clients. With almost 350 section members, we have a diverse statewide membership and we actively participate in crucial discussions on emerging issues through our listserv. The section provides comprehensive discounted CLE courses for section members on Criminal Law, DWI, and the Death Penalty, along with case support such as moot exercises and amicus assistance from seasoned practitioners. Our unwavering commitment is to deliver exceptional services to our clients. As part of our membership benefits, we host monthly Section Roundtable discussions on pertinent subjects for our members and a extensive documents bank available for all section members. What sets our section apart is our role as the sole advocate for criminal defense legislation in North Carolina.

Executive Committee Leadership | 2024-2025

Chair
Julie Boyer | Julie Boyer, Attorney at Law
Vice Chair
Christopher Heaney | The Law Office of Christopher J. Heaney, PLLC
Secretary
Warren Hynson | Hynson Law, PLLC
Immediate Past Chair
Cynthia Everson | Everson Law Office, PLLC
Crimmigration Chair
Beckie Moriello | Raleigh Immigration Law Firm
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Chair
Kristen Dewar | Minick Law, P.C.
Education Co-Chair
Ashley Cannon | Cannon Law
Education Co-Chair
Ryan Stowe | Stowe Law Firm
Legal Affairs Chair
Ivy Johnson | The ACLU of North Carolina
Legislative Chair
Julie Boyer | Julie Boyer, Attorney at Law
Membership Co-Chair
Gina Balamucki | Black Rose Law
Membership Co-Chair
Julie Bridenstine | North Carolina Prisoner Legal Services, Inc.
NCBA Criminal Justice Section Liaison
Dionne Gonder-Stanley | NCCU School of Law