Baker appointed judge pro tem in Boone County
Senior Judge John G. Baker has been appointed judge pro tempore of Boone Superior Court 1, the Indiana Supreme Court announced.
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Letter: ‘Nothing to suggest’ Alito violated ethics standards
The U.S. Supreme Court said Monday in a letter to Congress that there is “nothing to suggest” that Justice Samuel Alito violated ethics standards following a report that a 2014 decision he wrote was leaked in advance of its announcement.
Robing ceremony planned Monday for COA Judge Foley
The Court of Appeals of Indiana’s newest judge will be robed next week in the Indiana Supreme Court courtroom.
Incumbents ousted, retained in judicial elections statewide
A total of 21 contested races for county prosecutor, circuit court judge or superior court judge in Indiana brought in tens of thousands of dollars in campaign contributions, resulting in new officeholders in several Indiana counties, including some who unseated incumbents.
‘People are just angry’: Complaints against Indiana judicial officers reach 20-year high, stats show
The total number of complaints alleging judicial misconduct filed in FY 2021-2022 is the most since at least FY 2001-2002. Data trends suggest the 609 complaints could be the most filed against Indiana judges for a fiscal year ever.
Web Exclusive: ‘Hit the ground running’: Barr joins Indiana Southern District Court as magistrate judge
Indiana Southern District Court Magistrate Judge Kellie Barr recently sat down with Indiana Lawyer to share more information on her background as well as what her first month has been like on the bench.
2nd vacancy opening on Marion Superior Court with Eichholtz retirement
The Marion County Judicial Selection Committee will stay busy this winter, as there’s now a second opening in the Marion Superior Court.
Lawmakers urge action after report of other high court leak
The chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee said his panel is reviewing “serious allegations” in a report that a former anti-abortion leader knew in advance the outcome of a 2014 Supreme Court case involving health care coverage of contraception.
Indiana CJ Rush chairing Rehnquist award dinner at SCOTUS
Indiana Chief Justice Loretta Rush is chairing tonight’s annual Rehnquist award dinner at the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington, D.C., which will put a spotlight on state courts and their work to address the country’s mental health crisis.
Public database launched for easier access to federal judges’ financial reports
Members of the public can more easily access federal judges’ financial disclosure reports following the creation of a new public database.
Comments sought on reappointment of Willis as New Albany magistrate judge
The United States District Court for the Southern District of Indiana is seeking comments from members of the bar and the public as to whether a New Albany magistrate judge should be reappointed to a four-year term.
Pro tem appointments revoked in multiple counties as permanent judges take over
The Indiana Supreme Court has revoked a trio of judge pro tempore appointments as permanent judges take their places on the bench.
Mathias, Vaidik, Weissmann poised for easy retention
As expected, Indiana’s three appellate judges on the ballot in this week’s election are poised to sail to retention.
Web Exclusive: Meet the Judges: Pike Co. Judge Jeffrey Biesterveld
While participating in a youth government day during high school, now-Pike Circuit Judge Jeffrey Biesterveld fell in love with the law.
Jackson, in dissent, issues first Supreme Court opinion
New Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson issued her first Supreme Court opinion Monday, a short dissent in support of a death row inmate from Ohio.
Early voting numbers down from last midterm election
Statewide, according to the Indiana Secretary of State’s office, nearly 685,000 early votes have been cast, including more than 515,000 in person. That’s down from about 756,000 early ballots in 2018.
Attorneys recommend voters keep Lake County judges on bench
Lake County attorneys are recommending the 10 judges on the Nov. 8 ballot all be retained for another term, according to the results of a survey conducted by the Lake County Bar Association.
‘Strength under control’: Justice Molter honored during robing ceremony
Hands clasped with a soft smile on his face, Justice Derek R. Molter sat in the front row of a packed courtroom facing his empty seat on the Indiana Supreme Court bench.
Applications open for Marion Superior Court vacancy
The process of replacing retiring Marion Superior Court Judge Sheila A. Carlisle has begun.
Applications sought for Owen Co. judicial vacancy
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb is accepting applications for an upcoming opening on the Owen Circuit Court bench.