Assistant Chief Probation Officer Laura Rood (Howard County) has been named to “The Order of Augustus” by the Probation Officers Advisory Board. The award was announced by Chief Justice Rush at the May 4 Justice Services Conference. Laura was nominated by members of her community, before being selected by the board as an individual who demonstrates outstanding commitment and personal dedication to the profession of pr … [Read more...] about Laura Rood named to The Order of Augustus
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Youth Fishing Event in Marion County
In June, kids involved in Marion County’s juvenile justice system were invited to a day of fun and fishing at Belmont Beach along the White River. Hosted by the Marion Superior Court Probation Department, the event was designed to teach the kids about fishing and provide a social experience in nature. Support for the event included the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Voices Corporation, New Breed of Youth M … [Read more...] about Youth Fishing Event in Marion County
Judicial Appointments, Eviction Diversion Programs, Huntington Treatment Center
Judicial Appointments Indiana Supreme Court On June 10, Governor Holcomb announced that Judge Derek Molter will become the 111th justice of the Indiana Supreme Court. Judge Molter earned his undergraduate degree and his J.D. from Indiana University, studying law at Maurer and graduating magna cum laude in 2007. He worked in private practice in Washington, D.C., and Indianapolis, becoming a partner for Ice … [Read more...] about Judicial Appointments, Eviction Diversion Programs, Huntington Treatment Center
Avenue for Help
Eviction Task Force works to support landlords and tenants By Hon. Robert R. Altice, Jr. · Court of Appeals of Indiana · Eviction Task Force Chair Housing stability is crucial for landlords, tenants, and the community at large. To consider the needs of each group, on September 13, 2021, the Indiana Supreme Court established the Indiana Eviction Task Force. With a wide range of representation, the group was t … [Read more...] about Avenue for Help
Broadcast pilot project allows cameras in court
By Jennifer Bauer, Staff Attorney · Office of Court Services On December 1, 2021, the Supreme Court launched a broadcast pilot project in five Indiana trial courts. The four-month pilot authorizes news media to broadcast court proceedings in Allen Superior Court (Criminal Division), Delaware Circuit Court 1, Lake Superior Court (Civil 7), Tippecanoe Circuit Court, and Vanderburgh Superior Court. The pilot project … [Read more...] about Broadcast pilot project allows cameras in court