Indiana chief justice hosts security webinar for judges in aftermath of Tippecanoe County shooting
Nearly 200 judges participated in a 30-minute webinar with Chief Justice Loretta Rush and a security expert.
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Chief Justice Rush lauds efforts of prosecutors, public defenders in State of the Judiciary speech
The work of prosecutors and public defenders, Indiana Supreme Court Chief Justice Loretta Rush said Wednesday, “is at the center of the constitutional balance between accountability and liberty.”
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More child advocates needed after dramatic pandemic plunge
Before COVID-19, there were about 5,000 CASA volunteers. Now, there are around 3,000, and the push is on to find more.
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A piece of history: DOC inmates craft new Supreme Court table spotlighting justices past, present
When Vince Stanley and a group of inmates started a project to build a new table for the Indiana Supreme Court’s conference room, they had to figure out how to make it functional for the court’s five justices while adding unique details.
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‘The battle isn’t over’: Near-total abortion ban in effect, but litigation continues
It’s been a year of legal battles for both sides of the abortion issue in Indiana, with a struggle in the courts still playing out as the state’s near-total ban takes effect for the second time.
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Indiana Supreme Court Chief Justice Rush talks transparency in annual report
Indiana Supreme Court Chief Justice Loretta Rush highlighted the work done by the state’s highest court this past year and how it maintains transparency while also respecting the right to privacy, as she unveiled the court’s 2024-25 annual report at the statehouse.
Indiana attorney shortage commission releases final report, recommendations
The Commission on Indiana’s Legal Future, tasked with brainstorming attorney shortage fixes, has released a final report packed with new recommendations and updates on ongoing initiatives.
Allen County Judge Trevino announces September retirement
Allen Superior Court Judge Andrea Trevino will step down from the bench later this year to rejoin the private sector, according to a news release.
Indiana Supreme Court bolsters individual rights in mental health commitment cases
The court ruled that the appeals of expired mental health commitments are not moot if any potential collateral consequences remain.
Longtime Delaware Co. judge to fill in at Randolph Superior Court
The Indiana Supreme Court has appointed Senior Judge Kimberly Dowling to Randolph Superior Court due to a leave of absence.
High court sets May 20 execution date for murderer of Beech Grove police officer
A divided Indiana Supreme Court denied condemned murderer Benjamin Ritchie’s request to seek post-conviction relief.
State of the Judiciary: Chief justice says new tech is increasing access to courts
Cameras in courtrooms, live-streamed hearings and online court calendars are just some of the examples that Chief Justice Loretta Rush gave of what the courts are doing to enhance access to justice despite a burgeoning caseload.
Rush highlights busy year for state’s courts, access to justice efforts in State of the Judiciary
Chief Justice Loretta Rush highlighted the courts’ busy dockets and how technological tools helped to provide increased access to justice in her 11th State of the Judiciary address Wednesday.
Divided state supreme court decides not to hear warrantless search case
The Indiana Supreme Court has declined to hear a case in which a man’s car was searched without a warrant based on the smell of burnt marijuana in his vehicle.
High court appoints new member to commission on court appointed attorneys
The Indiana Supreme Court appointed a new member to the Indiana Commission on Court Appointed Attorneys Thursday.
Indiana high court to review gaming company’s tax dispute
The Indiana Supreme Court granted jurisdiction over a tax case in which a gaming company claims it doesn’t need to include the value of out-of-state payments on its Indiana taxes.
State’s courts seek additional $12M over next two years for improved security, technology
One proposal would fund a jail management system that would help simplify jail placements and releases that are now run on about 20 different systems and can lead to communication breakdowns.
Judicial candidates seek to fill upcoming Crone vacancy on Indiana Court of Appeals
The Indiana Judicial Nominating Commission interviewed seven candidates Tuesday for an impending vacancy on the Indiana Court of Appeals.
Indiana Chief Justice Rush says state must improve in regard to mental health
Indiana Supreme Court Chief Justice Loretta Rush said Indiana’s judges have made progress but still have work to do when it comes to handling mental health crises and drug addiction.
IN Supreme Court grants transfer for Elkhart County cases where judge forced to recuse
The Indiana Supreme Court accepted seven cases for transfer last week, including four with motions that called for an Elkhart County judge’s recusal.
Rush to lead another term as chief justice
The Indiana Judicial Nominating Commission selected Chief Justice Loretta Rush to serve another five years Wednesday morning.
Candidates focus on experience, community involvement in interviews to succeed Judge Riley
Eight judges and attorneys sat before the Indiana Judicial Nominating Commission Monday in the Indiana Statehouse and explained why they each think they’re best to sit on the appellate bench.
Judicial Nominating Commission to vote on next chief justice in August; Rush seeks reappointment
Indiana Chief Justice Loretta Rush sent a letter Tuesday to the Office of Judicial Administration and judges across the state stating her intent for a third term as chief justice.
High court to review cases on a speedy trial, fraudulent loan
The Indiana Supreme Court granted transfer in two cases last week dealing with a fraudulent loan and a speedy trial.