By Kathryn Dolan, Chief Public Information Officer | Office of Communication, Education & Outreach E-filing available in all 92 counties! Electronic filing in court cases is now available in all trial courts across the state’s 92 counties and all three appellate courts. A celebration to mark the occasion took place in Sullivan County in September. The […]
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Every 15 Minutes
By Hon. Brant J. Parry | Howard Superior Court 2 On April 16, 2019, the Grim Reaper walked the halls of Western High School in Howard County, entered a classroom every quarter hour, and pulled out a student. It was the beginning of a two-day program called “Every 15 Minutes,” named so because in the […]
The most impressive school you’ve never heard about
By Hon. Andrea R. Trevino | Allen Superior Court It’s a story that too many families have experienced. While at school, a student is in a fight; caught with drugs, contraband, or a weapon; and ends up at the juvenile center and then on probation. The student may also face expulsion from school, which can last […]
In the Right Direction
Lawyers ask for ethics guidance G. Michael Witte, Executive Director | Disciplinary Commission In April 2018, the Disciplinary Commission began providing Indiana lawyers informal ethics guidance and formal advisory opinions. Informal guidance allows a lawyer to confidentially submit an ethical conduct question. The process is known as a pointer system: the Commission points the lawyer […]
IOLTA Turns 20
Indiana marks a milestone in pro bono funding and looks ahead to future needs Chuck Dunlap, Executive Director | Indiana Bar Foundation IOLTA in Indiana In the fall of 1999, Indiana’s Interest on Lawyers Trust Accounts (IOLTA) program recorded its first revenue of $129.99 from Bank One (now Chase Bank). Since its inception, the Indiana […]
Advancing Justice in Rural Communities
Court partners with IU to create pilot rural justice clerkship program By David Sexton, Intern | Office of Communication, Education & Outreach The Indiana Supreme Court and Indiana University’s law schools partnered in a pilot program to allow their students to work with courts in less urban communities. Ten law students-five each from IU Maurer and IU […]
100 Problem-Solving Courts
By Kathryn Dolan, Chief Public Information Officer & Sarah Kidwell, Outreach Coordinator | Office of Communication, Education & Outreach Trial court judges and their partners reached a remarkable milestone on April 8, 2019, with the certification of the 100th Indiana problem-solving court. The notable accomplishment showcases the dedication of judges across the state who are committed […]
On the Road: Supreme Court oral argument in Wabash County
By Sarah Kidwell, Outreach Coordinator | Office of Communication, Education & Outreach On Thursday, April 18, the Indiana Supreme Court heard an oral argument in Wabash County rather than in the Supreme Court Courtroom in Indianapolis. The Court schedules arguments twice a year outside the capital to provide students, press, and public in other areas of […]
Voice of the Child: 2019 CASA Day celebration at the Indiana State House
By Leslie Dunn, State Director of GAL/CASA | Indiana Office of Court Services The State Office of GAL/CASA and the Legislative Committee of the GAL/CASA Advisory Commission held CASA Day at the State House on March 19, 2019, to share information with legislators about the importance of best-interest advocacy for children. A breakfast for legislators was […]
2019 Legislative Session Highlights
By Amanda R. Wishin, Research Attorney | Indiana Office of Court Services All bills are effective on July 1, 2019, unless otherwise noted. For summaries of all new relevant laws, see the Legislative Update, indianacourts.us/legislative. You can also subscribe by entering your email address in the top right corner. All bills that have been signed into […]
