Minnesota Judicial Branch
Recent News About Minnesota Judicial Branch
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Minnesota judicial branch reports progress on addressing racial bias
The Minnesota Judicial Branch's Committee for Equality and Justice has released a report outlining over 30 years of efforts to address racial bias in the state's court system. -
Minnesota courts update hearing protocols with new default settings
Minnesota courts are set to implement new default hearing settings starting February 3. -
Minnesota courts offer free Valentine's Day weddings at ten district courts
Couples in Minnesota looking to tie the knot on Valentine's Day will have the opportunity to do so for free, courtesy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch. -
Minnesota courts mandate digital exhibit uploads starting January 2025
The Minnesota Judicial Branch will implement a new digital system for court evidence starting January 1, 2025. -
Minnesota court management association honors judicial branch staff
The Minnesota Association for Court Management has recognized several individuals from the Judicial Branch for their contributions and achievements. -
Judge Wahwassuck and Attorney Nord receive Blaeser Award for child welfare efforts
Judge Korey Wahwassuck and Attorney Judy Nord have been honored with the Hon. -
Judicial leaders honored for pioneering remote hearing model
Second Judicial District Administrator Heather Kendall and Senior Judge Kathryn Messerich have been recognized with the Chief Justice Award. -
Minnesota judicial leaders inducted into Warren E. Burger Society
Minnesota State Court Administrator Jeff Shorba and former Minnesota Supreme Court Chief Justice Lorie Gildea have been inducted into the Warren E. Burger Society by the National Center for State Courts. -
District Judges Foundation seeks proposals for upcoming conference
The District Judges Foundation has announced a request for proposals (RFP) for its upcoming conference. -
Minnesota Supreme Court holds oral arguments at Rock Ridge High School
The Minnesota Supreme Court recently conducted oral arguments at Rock Ridge High School as part of its outreach initiative aimed at educating students about the state's judicial system. -
Minnesota Supreme Court mandates digital system for electronic exhibit submissions
The Minnesota Supreme Court has mandated the use of the Minnesota Digital Exhibit System (MNDES) for submitting all electronic exhibits, including documents, photographs, audio files, and video files. -
Theodora Gaïtas sworn in as associate justice of Minnesota Supreme Court
The Honorable Theodora Gaïtas has been officially sworn in as an associate justice of the Minnesota Supreme Court. -
Veterans Treatment Court marks five years aiding Minnesota's justice-involved veterans
Minnesota's 3rd Judicial District is set to commemorate the fifth anniversary of its Veterans Treatment Court. -
Theodora Gaïtas to be sworn in as Minnesota Supreme Court Associate Justice
The Honorable Theodora Gaïtas is set to be formally sworn in as an associate justice of the Minnesota Supreme Court on Monday, September 16. -
Minnesota Supreme Court engages with students through traveling oral arguments
The Minnesota Supreme Court is set to conduct oral arguments at Rock Ridge High School. -
Judges discuss gender equality at Lady Justice event
Three women judges are set to participate in a discussion on gender equality in Minnesota's judicial leadership. -
Steele County appoints Stacy Ashley as new court administrator
Judges in Steele County have appointed Stacy Ashley as the new court administrator for the Steele County Courthouse. -
New Supreme Court council targets child protection improvements
Minnesota Supreme Court Chief Justice Natalie Hudson has signed an order to establish the Supreme Court Council on Child Protection and Maltreatment Prevention. -
Jeff Shorba receives Mary McQueen Award for contributions to justice
Minnesota State Court Administrator Jeff Shorba was honored with the Mary McQueen Award for his significant contributions to justice. -
Minnesota Judicial Council adopts new framework for court hearings
The Minnesota Judicial Council has approved a new framework for district court hearings, marking a significant shift in how justice is delivered across the state.