contempt

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Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law

This paper discusses the kinds of cases in which a trial judge is required to make findings of fact and conclusions of law.

Keywords: Suppress, mistrial, motion for appropriate relief, Rule 52, TRO, preliminary injunction, dismiss, judgment on pleading, summary judgment, Rule 12(b)(6), Rule 56, contempt, relief from judgment, Rule 60(b), Rule 11, attorney's fees

Inherent Authority

This paper reviews the court’s inherent authority to act when no procedure is provided by statute or rule to address the situation facing the court. It discusses the particular circumstances in which such inherent authority has been applied and also notes the limitations on the court’s power when it intrudes on legislative or executive authority.

Keywords: Inherent, Alamance County, separation of powers, judicial authority, due process, jurisdiction, facilities, courthouse, contempt, attorneys, constitution, independent branch, control, gatekeeper order