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Justice Jackson rips ‘relentless attacks’ on judges

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson denounced what she called “relentless attacks” on the federal judiciary, saying efforts to intimidate judges were threatening the Constitution and the rule of law. “The attacks are not random,” Jackson said. “They seem designed to intimidate those of us who serve in this critical capacity.”

May 2, 2025 8:10 AM CDT

More money sought after judiciary says funding shortfalls harm courthouse security

A funding resolution that gives the federal judiciary $391 million less than requested is significantly affecting the judiciary’s ability to ensure courthouse security and fund legal defense, according to a letter to members of the U.S. House of Representatives' and the U.S. Senate's Appropriations Committees.

Apr 23, 2025 9:20 AM CDT

‘Taking a Toll’: Privacy protections for judges, civil servants are needed, House says

Security for judges, courts and civil servants was one of the most-discussed topics by attendees of the 2025 ABA Midyear Meeting in Phoenix, and it was a concern reflected in resolutions approved by the House of Delegates.

Apr 1, 2025 12:30 AM CDT

Seeing double standard, 5th Circuit judge resigns from judicial group over threats statement

A federal appeals judge has said he has resigned from the Federal Judges Association because it issued a statement against recent judicial threats but apparently said nothing in defense of conservative U.S. Supreme Court justices.

Mar 11, 2025 3:32 PM CDT

Judge texted bailiff, clerk that he can’t be in court next day because ‘I just shot my wife,’ jurors are told

A California judge admitted that he shot his wife in a text to court personnel, in a police car and when sitting alone in a police interrogation room, jurors were told Wednesday.

Feb 20, 2025 12:32 PM CST

Danger of doxing for governmental officials has to be addressed, says ABA House

Government entities should adopt legislation and policies to prevent the disclosure of personally identifiable information of active and former officials and employees as well as the family members who live in their homes, the ABA House of Delegates says.

Feb 3, 2025 12:10 PM CST

As Jan. 6 leaders call for retribution, judges warn against revisionism

Two newly freed leaders of the far-right Proud Boys and Oath Keepers groups called for investigations into the prosecution of people charged in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot, assailing judges, jurors and prosecutors as they sought “retribution” after being granted clemency from President Donald Trump.

Jan 23, 2025 4:04 PM CST

Judge faces wiretap charge for allegedly recording judicial deliberations; his lawyer says it was ‘self-protection’

A Maryland judge has been indicted for allegedly recording himself and two other judges during confidential deliberations without the others judges' knowledge or consent.

Dec 16, 2024 3:11 PM CST

Judge gave ‘reasonable impression’ she was letting immigrant evade ICE, ethics charges say

A Massachusetts judge who allegedly gave a “reasonable impression” that she was allowing an immigrant to evade federal custody was “less than fully candid” when asked about the incident, according to an ethics complaint filed Monday.

Dec 5, 2024 12:52 PM CST

Court reporting and the evolution of legal support

Ari Kaplan recently spoke with Greg Hong, the co-founder and CEO of Steno, a tech-enabled provider of legal support and court reporting services.

Nov 15, 2024 9:40 AM CST

Judge recuses from Arizona case over his email denouncing attacks on Harris

The judge overseeing Arizona’s case against allies of former president Donald Trump over their alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results recused himself late Tuesday, after it emerged he had emailed colleagues urging them to speak out against conservative attacks on Vice President Kamala Harris’s gender and racial identity.

Nov 14, 2024 8:15 AM CST

Justice Jackson rips ‘relentless attacks’ on judges

More money sought after judiciary says funding shortfalls harm courthouse security

‘Taking a Toll’: Privacy protections for judges, civil servants are needed, House says

Seeing double standard, 5th Circuit judge resigns from judicial group over threats statement

Judge texted bailiff, clerk that he can’t be in court next day because ‘I just shot my wife,’ jurors are told

Danger of doxing for governmental officials has to be addressed, says ABA House

As Jan. 6 leaders call for retribution, judges warn against revisionism

Judge faces wiretap charge for allegedly recording judicial deliberations; his lawyer says it was ‘self-protection’

Judge gave ‘reasonable impression’ she was letting immigrant evade ICE, ethics charges say

Court reporting and the evolution of legal support

Judge recuses from Arizona case over his email denouncing attacks on Harris

Phishing emails purported to be from PACER’s electronic filing system target lawyers

Lawyer gets suspension after slapping attorney in front of courthouse

After Hurricane Helene, court deadlines extended, misconduct hotline activated

Suspect in custody after courthouse explosion that injured several people

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