NC H122

Allows the State to designate certain discovery items that must remain in the custody and control of defense counsel and not be given to the defendant, with written notice stating grounds for protection of witnesses, victims, or officers.

Defense counsel may allow the defendant to view designated discovery items and discuss them but cannot permit the defendant to possess, control, or copy them.

Permits defense counsel to file a motion in superior court for relief from the State's designation notice if the interests of justice require it.

Establishes that if a defendant is pro se (self-represented), the State may move for a protective order restricting the defendant's disclosure of specified discovery items.

Becomes effective December 1, 2017, and applies only to offenses committed on or after that date.