Release After Conviction in Superior Court. G. S. 15A-536

As amended through June 18, 2024
Release After Conviction in Superior Court. G. S. 15A-536
(1) There is no constitutional right to release at this stage. Defendant whose guilt has been established and who is awaiting sentence, or has filed an appeal, may be released in the judge's discretion. State v. Sparks, 297 N.C. 314 (1979).
(2) In addition to usual conditions, a Superior Court judge may impose supervisory custody, or restrictions on travel, associations, conduct, or place of abode, or both.
(2) Judge's release order must specify conditions, inform defendant of penalty for violation, and advise him violation will result in arrest.
(3) Release Order may be modified or revoked by a judge who has ordered release, or if that judge is out-of-district, by any other Superior Court judge. Defendant whose release is revoked is entitled to an immediate hearing.
(4) Judge may consider any reliable evidence, including hearsay, under this section.
Adopted September 25, 2023, effective 10/1/2023.