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Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Ind. Courts - 2007 Excellence in Public Information and Education Awards go to two judges
In a press release dated Sept. 24 and issued today:
Two trial judges were honored by the Indiana Judges Association for their outstanding efforts to educate the public about the working of the state’s judicial system, Judge Tom Felts of the Allen Circuit Court announced today.Judge Felts, president of the Indiana Judges Association, said the association solicited nominations from the judiciary and the public for its Commendations for Excellence in Public Information and Education Awards.
“These awards give us a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the very fine work done by judges across Indiana to help citizens gain a better understanding of the justice system,” Judge Felts said.
Judge John Rader of Warren Circuit Court received the award for Excellence in Public Information and Education. He was nominated by Judge Susan Orr Henderson of Fountain Circuit Court for his efforts to educate the community about the judicial system and the workings of his court. He writes a weekly column featured in the Review Republican in Williamsport, Indiana.
Judge Christopher Burnham of Morgan Superior Court #2 was also honored with a Special Merit Award for his cooperative efforts in working with the media during the John R. Myers murder trial in 2006. Judge Burnham created an innovative media plan that allowed reporters to have immediate access to court rulings and evidence presented during the trial, allowing for a smooth trial and minimal disruption to the operation of the Morgan County Courthouse.
The awards were presented during the Indiana Judges Association luncheon in Fort Wayne on September 20, 2007.
Posted by Marcia Oddi on September 25, 2007 01:09 PM
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