Iowa Supreme Court Chief Justice Susan Christensen tells legislators “the court system is 100 percent fully operational, but we are continuing some practices adopted on an emergency basis” to keep proceedings moving “without jeopardizing health or conflicting with their work schedules.”
Both of the judges recently appointed to the bench in Eastern Iowa grew up in rural counties and have experience as prosecutors.
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Masks will continue to be required in Iowa courtrooms and some proceedings may continue to be held via teleconference under orders issued Monday by the Iowa Supreme Court chief justice.
IOWA CITY (AP) — An Iowa judge accused of
Sixth Judicial District Judge Mary Chicchelly included in top 3 for upcoming Iowa Court of Appeals vacancy. This is the second time Chicchelly has been a nominee for this court.
A Linn County judge has ordered a Cedar Rapids contractor to pay $40,000 as part of a settlement for improper asbestos removal during renovations at Washington High School in 2014 and 2015.
Iowa Freedom of Information Council Executive Director Randy Evans called the decision disappointing and said he hopes the Iowa Legislature revises the statute to benefit patients.
Robert Gast, a Fort Dodge native, has been named the state court administrator for the Iowa Judicial Branch.
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