NC H699

Transfers responsibility for summoning jurors from the sheriff to the clerk of superior court, effective January 1, 2014.

Clarifies that jury summons may be served by first-class mail or telephone at least 15 days before court session, and must be marked to indicate the clerk issued it.

Authorizes the clerk of superior court to summon supplemental jurors when necessary, replacing the sheriff's previous role in this function.

Adds law enforcement experience as a pathway to magistrate eligibility: individuals with at least 15 years as a certified law enforcement officer, certified deputy sheriff, or sheriff become eligible for nomination, effective October 1, 2013.

Maintains existing magistrate eligibility requirements including clerk experience, college degrees, or related work experience in specified fields.