Judicial elections
Judicial candidate barred from office for 5 years
May 9, 2013
Jennifer NelsonThe attorney who made statements regarding Franklin Circuit Judge Steven Cox’s release of a prisoner during the time
she was challenging him for his spot on the bench last fall cannot seek judicial office for five years, the Indiana Supreme
Court ruled Thursday. The justices also publicly reprimanded Tammy R. Davis of Brookville.
MoreGovernor, Election Commission now defendants in Marion County election case
January 7, 2013
Dave StaffordA federal suit that challenges the constitutionality of Marion County judicial elections has been amended to name the
governor and members of the Indiana Election Commission as defendants.
More2012 Year in Review
January 2, 2013
IL Staff2012 was another busy year for the legal community. We welcomed new justices and a new chief justice, witnessed the beginnings
of the state’s fifth law school, and saw local stories garner national and international attention. Here’s a look
back at the top news stories from last year.
MoreCandidate facing charges from JQC loses election
November 7, 2012
IL StaffTammy R. Davis, the Democratic challenger to incumbent Republican Judge Steven J. Cox of Franklin Circuit Court, appears to
have lost her bid to take over Cox’s spot on the bench. According to unofficial numbers from the Indiana Secretary of
State’s office Wednesday morning, Davis received around 4,500 votes; Cox received nearly 6,000 votes.
MoreCommon Cause, ACLU sue over Marion County judge slating
November 2, 2012
Dave StaffordThe way Marion Superior judges are elected is unconstitutional, a suit filed Thursday by Common Cause and the American Civil
Liberties Union of Indiana alleges.
MoreOpponent's claims against judge regarding killer result in disciplinary charges
October 26, 2012
Dave StaffordThe woman challenging Franklin Circuit Judge Steven Cox for his job faces seven disciplinary charges over statements attributed
to her about the judge’s release of a prisoner who a year later killed five people, according to a statement Friday
from the Indiana Judicial Qualifications Commission. The commission has asked for a public hearing on the charges.
MoreISBA members approve of appellate judges up for retention
October 16, 2012
IL StaffThe Indiana State Bar Association has released results of its 2012 Judicial Retention Poll. None of the six appellate judges
up for retention in the Indiana Supreme Court or Court of Appeals received less than 81 percent of “yes” votes.
MoreBar releases results of judicial candidate evaluation
October 4, 2012
IL StaffEvansville Bar Association members have overwhelmingly recommended five of the seven candidates running for Vanderburgh Superior
Court, based on results from a recent survey.
MoreVanderburgh County judicial candidates to debate
September 17, 2012
IL StaffThe Evansville Bar Association is hosting a judicial debate for the Vanderburgh Superior judicial candidates in contested
races on Wednesday.
MoreDavid named to chair Allen County JNC
September 11, 2012
IL StaffIndiana Supreme Court Justice Steven David has been appointed to chair the Allen Superior Court Judicial Nominating Commission.
MoreMarion County slating reform gets new push
August 29, 2012
Dave StaffordThe Indianapolis Bar Association takes aim at the Marion Superior judicial selection process.
MoreIndiana Judges Association: Is it time for an electoral college for judges?
May 9, 2012
David DreyerSome people just do not like judges. But according to Indiana University Maurer School of Law professor Charles Geyh, most
people do – at least up to a point.
MoreMarion County judicial 'slating fees' subject of 2 inquiries
February 1, 2012
Michael HoskinsAn Indianapolis attorney and an Indianapolis Bar Association political action committee want the Indiana Commission on Judicial
Qualifications to look into how Marion County judicial candidates contribute to political parties as part of the process in
running to be a judge.
MoreAttorney survey on Marion County judiciary begins
January 9, 2012
Michael HoskinsEighteen Marion County judges will be on the ballot in the May 2012 primary. The Indianapolis Bar Association is asking attorneys
to voice their opinions about those jurists.
MoreFederalist Society to host talk on judicial selection
January 9, 2012
IL StaffThe Federalist Society for Law and Public Policy Studies, Indianapolis Lawyers Division Chapter, will host a talk on judicial
selection Tuesday.
MoreSJCBA releases results of judicial survey
September 30, 2011
IL StaffThe St. Joseph County Bar Association has released the findings of its annual survey of Superior judges. The bar association
conducts the survey each year even if no judges are up for retention, which is the case for 2011.
MoreQuestioning judicial campaign contributions
September 14, 2011
Michael HoskinsThe American Bar Association urges states to adopt recusal rules because of judicial fundraising concerns.
MoreNew judicial selection battle ahead?
June 8, 2011
Michael HoskinsIndiana may soon see its next battle over how the state’s top judges are selected.
MoreGovernor signs courts, judicial age bills
May 11, 2011
IL StaffGov. Mitch Daniels has signed into law changes to various courts around the state, as well as the legislation that removes
age restrictions of certain judges who run for office.
MoreBills on courts, forfeiture before governor
May 11, 2011
Jennifer NelsonSeveral Indiana counties will have their Circuit and Superior courts unified and certain judges will no longer have to be
less than 70 years old when they take office, thanks to legislation passed during the 2011 session of the General Assembly.
MoreGeneral Assembly wraps up on time
May 2, 2011
Jennifer NelsonThe 2011 session of the Indiana General Assembly ended on schedule despite the weeks-long walkout by House Democrats. Now,
bills impacting Indiana’s courts and legal community make their way to the governor’s desk.
MoreBill expands merit selection
April 27, 2011
Jenny MontgomeryLawmakers consider election vs. selection of Superior county judges in Lake County.
MoreLegislation impacting judiciary awaiting final approval
April 20, 2011
Kelly LucasSeveral bills that may alter the look of the Indiana judiciary await final approval during the waning days of the 2011 legislative
session.
MoreExperts to discuss judicial selection at IU Maurer
April 19, 2011
IL StaffFour nationally known experts on judicial selection will participate in a panel discussion April 21 at Indiana University
Maurer School of Law in the Moot Court Room.
MoreMandatory retirement, unified court bills still alive
February 17, 2011
Jennifer NelsonThe bill that would end a mandatory retirement age for certain judges and the bill that would unify Clark County courts are
ready for third reading in their respective houses.
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Jack, I was only responding to bill's comment of tying everybody in government together. I agree with you though, it takes one bad apple to ruin the bunch.. As in any profession. What's truly unfair is when somebody violates someone's trust and takes complete advantage of someone
John’s comment is unfair. The majority of attorneys can be trusted. Unfortunately, all it takes is one greedy, unscrupulous, immoral attorney to jade the public.
In regards to bill's comment about trusting the cover meant. We can trust them about as much as we can trust attorneys'.
This is disturbing to learn...
Yikes!