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Kristi Graunke

Police in riot gear protect the North Carolina Capitol in Raleigh during protests May 31, 2020, in the wake of George Floyd’s slaying. (Associated Press file)
Jul 1, 2024

Court dismisses challenge to NC anti-rioting law

RALEIGH — A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by a civil rights group challenging North Carolina’s anti-rioting law, whose criminal penalties were raised last year by state legislators. […]

Kristi Graunke, legal director of the American Civil Liberties Union of North Carolina, estimates that she spends 60% to 70% percent of her time in a courtroom, preparing to go there or helping others to get ready to try a case.
Mar 22, 2024

VIDEO: ACLU legal director puts courtroom lessons to good use

Kristi Graunke brings to life the media culture image of an ACLU lawyer being a determined advocate waging a hard-fought courtroom battle.

Kristi Graunke deals with many responsibilities as legal director of the American Civil Liberties Union of North Carolina, including recruiting lawyers for its staff.
Mar 19, 2024

VIDEO: Graunke outlines challenges of recruiting ACLU lawyers

Among the many challenges Kristi Graunke faces as legal director of the American Civil Liberties Union of North Carolina is recruiting young lawyers for the organization.


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