Minnesota Judicial Branch
Recent News About Minnesota Judicial Branch
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Minnesota courts offer free Valentine’s Day weddings across three counties
Cupid will visit the Minnesota Judicial Branch this Valentine's Day, as judges in three counties are set to perform free weddings on February 14. -
Minnesota Supreme Court reviews legal paraprofessional pilot project's final report
On January 12, the Standing Committee for the Legal Paraprofessional Pilot Project submitted its Final Report and Recommendations to the Minnesota Supreme Court. -
Justice Margaret Chutich announces retirement after over a decade on Minnesota's bench
After serving 12 years on the bench, Minnesota Supreme Court Justice Margaret Chutich has announced her retirement. -
New legal measures in Minnesota include ERPOs and revised court procedures
A series of new laws, rules, and policies are set to take effect on January 1, 2024. -
Natalie Hudson becomes Minnesota's first Black Chief Justice; Karl Procaccini joins as Associate Justice
In a significant event at the Minnesota History Center, Natalie Hudson and Karl Procaccini were formally sworn in as Chief Justice and Associate Justice of Minnesota’s Supreme Court, respectively. -
Minnesota Court of Appeals brings oral arguments to Waseca High School
The Minnesota Court of Appeals is set to conduct oral arguments at Waseca High School on Tuesday, November 21, at 10 a.m. This initiative follows the example set by the Minnesota Supreme Court and aims to provide an educational experience for... -
Judge Mark Vandelist receives 2023 Distinguished Jurist Award
The Academy of Certified Trial Lawyers of Minnesota (ACTLM) has awarded Judge Mark Vandelist the title of 2023 Distinguished Jurist. -
Minnesota Court of Appeals marks four decades with educational events
The Minnesota Court of Appeals is marking its 40th anniversary with a series of events aimed at celebrating the milestone and educating the public about its role. -
Minnesota courts adopt permanent electronic proof of insurance submission
Minnesota residents now have the option to submit proof of insurance electronically, following a decision by the Minnesota Court Payment Center to make this service permanent. -
Minnesota Court of Appeals to hold public hearing in St. Cloud
A panel of three judges from the Minnesota Court of Appeals is scheduled to hear oral arguments in St. Cloud on Thursday, September 21. -
Minnesota Court of Appeals to hold public hearings in Duluth and Rochester
Three-judge panels from the Minnesota Court of Appeals are scheduled to hear oral arguments in Duluth and Rochester on Thursday, September 14. -
Minnesota Supreme Court engages students with traveling oral arguments
The Minnesota Supreme Court is set to conduct oral arguments at Montevideo High School on October 11, as part of its outreach initiative aimed at educating students about the state's judicial system. -
Minnesota Court of Appeals begins livestreaming oral arguments statewide
The Minnesota Court of Appeals has initiated the live broadcasting of oral arguments, starting with the commencement of its 2023-24 term on September 12. -
Natalie Hudson appointed chief justice of Minnesota Supreme Court
Governor Tim Walz has appointed Natalie Hudson as the new Chief Justice of the Minnesota Supreme Court. -
Children’s Justice Initiative seeks volunteers for child welfare committee
A statewide committee in Minnesota is seeking new members to address foster care outcomes for Black children and youth. -
Minnesota courts launch survey for public feedback on judicial experience
The Minnesota Judicial Branch is seeking feedback from court users to evaluate their experiences with the court system. -
Minnesota's Chief Justice Lorie S. Gildea announces resignation effective October
Chief Justice Lorie S. Gildea has announced her resignation from the Minnesota Supreme Court, effective October 1, 2023.