The Indiana Office of Court Services (IOCS) distributed more than $6.3 million in grants to 83 counties. IOCS houses several programs with specific judicial focuses meant to assist children, families, the elderly, and those with physical disabilities. The amount allocated for each program is determined by various methods, and is distributed from funds allocated by the Indiana General Assembly during the last budget … [Read more...] about $6.3M in grants distributed to 83 counties
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15 Honored for Outstanding Service to Legal Profession, the Public, and Civic Education
The Indiana Bar Foundation honored a group of servant-leaders at its December 10 recognition dinner at the Crowne Plaza/Union Station in downtown Indianapolis. The group of attorneys and judges included those dedicated to the delivery of pro bono legal services, civic education, and service to the legal profession and the public through community service. Whether rooting out public corruption as a United States … [Read more...] about 15 Honored for Outstanding Service to Legal Profession, the Public, and Civic Education
Oral Argument on the road in Vanderburgh County
On October 30, the Indiana Supreme Court heard an oral argument in southern Indiana rather than in the Supreme Court Courtroom in Indianapolis. The Court schedules arguments twice a year outside the capital to allow students, press, and public in other areas of the state an opportunity to see the work of the Court and to teach students about the judicial process. The Court heard argument in a juvenile delinquency … [Read more...] about Oral Argument on the road in Vanderburgh County
Justice Rucker inducted into Military Veterans Hall of Fame
On November 3, the Honorable Robert D. Rucker, Jr. was inducted into the Indiana Military Veterans Hall of Fame. Rucker served in the Vietnam War as a member of the Army 1st Cavalry Division (Air Mobile) and fought to relieve Marines who were under siege at Khe Sanh. During his tour of duty, he was twice wounded and awarded the Purple Heart, the Bronze Star, and the Air Medal. Justice Rucker served as the 105th … [Read more...] about Justice Rucker inducted into Military Veterans Hall of Fame
Indiana courts celebrate National Adoption Day
To celebrate National Adoption Day 2017, thirty-two judicial officers allowed families and press the opportunity to photograph and videotape certain uncontested adoption proceedings. The Supreme Court first issued an order authorizing cameras in court in 2012 for National Adoption Day to increase public awareness of the value of adoption. This year approximately 220 children joined their “forever families” in 24 co … [Read more...] about Indiana courts celebrate National Adoption Day