Judicial safety a growing concern
Indiana and other states are looking at ways to provide better security for judges, with a Hoosier state committee looking at ways to improve safety and prevent tragedies like those seen in other states.
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The spectrum of police work documented in new book
Casey Seaton found his way to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, where he served as an officer and now teaches law at the IMPD training academy.
Rokita takes campaign fundraising lead
Campaign finance reports for the Indiana Attorney General race were due Monday to the Indiana Secretary of State and show Republican incumbent Todd Rokita still leading in fundraising. He has more than $1.3 million in the coffers ahead of the general election.
Public comments open for recommendations on death penalty rule, state to address mental illness defense for death row inmate
The Commission on Court Appointed Attorneys is requesting public comment on recommendations to the state’s death penalty rule.
Wells receives Democratic nomination for Indiana attorney general
Destiny Wells will battle Republican incumbent Todd Rokita for the top legal officer position in the state after receiving the delegate nomination at Saturday’s state party convention.
AG Rokita sues Monroe County over ‘sanctuary city’ policies
Just days after filing a lawsuit against the City of East Chicago, Indiana’s Office of the Attorney General is now suing Monroe County over its local immigration policy.
Candidates feel hopeful ahead of state Democratic party convention
Two women have their eyes on one thing come July 13–the delegate nomination for Indiana Attorney General.
Two new lawsuits allege Greenwood Park Mall shooting could have been preventable
Two lawsuits were filed Tuesday afternoon against Simon Property Group and its security services for Greenwood Park Mall alleging the 2022 mass shooting could have been prevented.
LaPorte County auditor cleared of defamation against county attorney, jury rules
Last month a LaPorte County jury found the auditor did not make liable statements about the county attorney.
AG sues city of East Chicago claiming it is violating immigration laws
The Office of the Attorney General filed a lawsuit Monday against the City of East Chicago for allegedly not complying with federal immigration laws.
Settlement reached to protect endangered Kirtland’s snakes
The Hoosier Environmental Council secured a settlement last week in a lawsuit filed a year ago over an endangered species of snake and the wetlands where it resides.
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.
98 new citizens celebrated with ceremony just before Independence Day
Family members and neighbors gathered to watch 98 new citizens be celebrated Wednesday morning at the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site in Indianapolis.
Web Exclusive: A need for words
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, interpreters and translators are expected to see job growth of about 4% in the next 10 years which is average for all occupations.
New Indiana porn site law faces legal challenge
The porn industry, which has battled age verification laws in several states, won a preliminary injunction Friday against a new Indiana statute that would require certain porn websites to prevent Hoosiers under 18 from accessing adult material.
Commission on Judicial Qualifications advises candidates on endorsements, courthouse photography in campaign materials
The Indiana Commission on Judicial Qualification issued an advisory opinion Monday on campaign endorsements and other campaign conduct.
First female bankruptcy judge focused on opportunity, not adversity
The recently retired bankruptcy judge for the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana was encouraged to pursue two traditional career paths for women when she entered college in the 1970s.
IN Supreme Court amends bar admission rules for out of state attorneys, military spouses
The Indiana Supreme Court amended its admission and discipline rules Friday, opening a path for military spouses and attorneys licensed in other states as the court continues to look at ways to address the state’s attorney shortage.
Magistrate vacancy pending in Indiana Northern District, as Collins announces retirement plans
A U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana magistrate judge in the court’s Fort Wayne division has announced her intent to retire in July 2025.
Indiana Public Defender has chance to respond to motion before high court sets execution date
Earlier this week the Indiana Governor and Attorney General requested the Indiana Supreme Court set an execution date for a convicted murderer.