NC H239

Reduces the North Carolina Court of Appeals from 15 judges to 12 judges by abolishing seats as they become vacant due to death, resignation, retirement, impeachment, or removal, effective January 1, 2017.

Establishes an appeal of right directly to the Supreme Court for trial court decisions regarding class action certification under Rule 23 and orders terminating or denying termination of parental rights.

Adds a new criterion for discretionary Supreme Court review: cases where the subject matter is important in overseeing the jurisdiction and integrity of the court system.

Makes provisions regarding parental rights appeals effective January 1, 2019, and apply to appeals filed on or after that date; remainder of act effective upon becoming law.

Became law notwithstanding the Governor's veto on April 26, 2017.