Arrest warrant for lawyer in 'Barbie Bandits' case Mar 20, 2008
"He's an officer of the court. I'm giving him the benefit of the doubt. Though patience is certainly running thin.". Chastang was the man who put the two women who pulled off the job, Heather Lyn Johnston and Ashley Nicole Miller, with the bank teller, Benny Herman Allen III, who handed the women $10,966 in cash. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Woman sues casino that didn't cut her off Mar 15, 2008
She has already shown that she is not fit to serve as an officer of the court. She should be permanently disbarred and pay the court for all expenses incurred by her brain dead law suit, both to the courts and to the casino. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Our View: Officials should reconsider drastic budget cuts Feb 25, 2008
As for that Drug Court, Is there an officer of the court with this individual all the time. If he were in prison, I could guarantee you he isn't making meth to try to sell to our children. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Banks Lose to Deadbeat Homeowners as Loans Sold in Mortgage Bonds Vanish Feb 23, 2008
As an officer of the court, I find it troubling that they've been going in and saying we lost the note, and because nobody is challenging it, the foreclosures are pushed through the system. . (Bloomberg)
WSI looks for more info from Long Feb 16, 2008
Born last night wrote on Feb 9, 2008 9:31 AM:" After reading this article I find it absolutly stunning about what the WSI untouchables continue to manufacture. Do they think that there is really a reasonable person that could believe that after all of this time and HR records posted for all to see with no negative comments only postive statement about job performance, they stumbled on this seperation agreement prepared before Jim Londfiled for whistle blower protection. I ask myself if there is... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Editorial: And the point of belt blitz? Feb 13, 2008
concernedcitizen wrote on Feb 12, 2008 11:24 AM:" At $98 per offense, this is a numbers game. If enough tickets are written, the officer's salary (including overtime), court costs, and officer of the court salaries will be more than covered. It certainly is about the money. Safety education is secondary at best. With many thousands of drivers, 3 % is still a big number statewide. ". Member ID. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Lawyer can be forced to serve as arbitrator Nov 23, 2007
Callahan also said that by becoming a member of the State Bar of Arizona - something required to practice law in this state - Scheehle "voluntarily became and officer of the court with the concomitant obligation to render service to the court when necessary.". The judge said there is no evidence that the benefits Scheehle gets by being a member of the Bar are in any way outweighed by the two-day obligation. (AZCentral -- Business)
Thumbs up, thumbs down Nov 17, 2007
Theodora, a Fresno State defense lawyer, at the lunch break, started the spat by telling Johnson-Klein to "calm down and take a pill." Johnson-Klein, the former women's basketball coach who was fired in March 2005, took the bait, calling Theodora a "bitch." Theodora, as an officer of the court, was way out of line. This nonsense even took up valuable court time when Theodora brought the exchange to the attention of Judge Donald S. Black. (Fresno Bee)
Prosecutor fails to turn up for Rawlings' case Nov 1, 2007
Nana Ato Dadzie, one of the lawyers in the matter, also gave the assurance that as an officer of the court he would find out who those supporters were and who was responsible for bringing them to the court. Later, immediately after the case was adjourned, some of the supporters were seen behind the court premises sharing money believed to have been given to them by those who brought them. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Report neighbors to water cops? Oct 18, 2007
He s also one of a dozen or so employees who s a sworn officer of the court, empowered to carry a badge and write citations. If they see water-ban violations while out on their real jobs, they address it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Letters: Alexander guest column should not have been printed Sep 18, 2007
As a 27-year veteran of law enforcement, to see an officer of the court compare a sports figure to a police officer, fire fighter or other emergency worker is, well, nuts. And as a person with a checkered past that has more checkers in it than a NASCAR flag, the only sports figures you can find to slam are Afro-American. (Daily Triplicate)
Becker says he didn't send WSI email Sep 6, 2007
" First I would think that is something like you suggest is true, it would have come out in the hearings by Blunt's and Leingang's attorney's (if they are aware of this and haven't turned over any possible criminal violations of the law to law enforcement aren't they breaking their oath as an officer of the court?). Secondly, if something is illegal, nothing is stopping you from contacting law enforcement with your "proof"and asking them to investigate it. But you won't - you would rather label... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Case against Azhagiri transferred to Chittoor sessions court Aug 28, 2007
The Presiding Officer of the court had also expressed apprehensions. We feel that the case should be transferred so that people have confidence in trial. (Hindu)
Prosecutor Pleads Guilty To Manslaughter Aug 21, 2007
He should be summarily FIRED. He's an officer of the court and HE KILLED SOMEONE. Does anyone know if the victim was wearing a seat belt. Not that that would excuse the drunk driving speed demon maniac. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Children’s group seeks helpers Aug 14, 2007
The CASA becomes an official part of the judicial proceedings, and works with attorneys, and social workers as an appointed officer of the court. The job of a CASA volunteer is to interview parents, foster parents, family members, social workers, therapists, teachers, councilors and most importantly the child. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Top Democratic mission: Destroy Bush Jul 30, 2007
Keith wrote on Jul 27, 2007 8:48 AM:" Larry - We have sufficient immigration law to do the job that it addresses. Why do we need to alter it to satisfy the treasonous demands of the corporate powers that have bought our politicians? The commander and chief of the military hasn't been able to win in Iraq for four years, and has ignored homeland security by keeping open borders, so why is it now the responsibility of a new congress to jump aboard a train headed for a cliff? If our highest ranking... (Sioux City Journal)
Cop's lawyer wants dead teen's dad banned from court, says he poses 'imminent danger' Jul 28, 2007
" It is that series of events, Georgetti says in his request, that prompted him to ask the court for more protection. "Our judicial system must maintain order and protect parties to court proceedings," Georgetti says. "Clearly, as an officer of the court, an attorney is entitled to the very same protections afforded a judge or a prosecutor. " The 19th Amendment to the state constitution spells out victim's rights, including "the right to attend the trial and all other court proceedings the... (Journal Inquirer, CT)
Shocked Mulroney ordered to pay Schreiber $470K Jul 27, 2007
"There is a defence that would be presented but [Mr. Mulroney's lawyers] first want to challenge the jurisdiction of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice. The plaintiffs knew full well that this was going on. What they did is they went to an officer of the court, not a judge, and said, There was no statement of defence, can you render judgment by default?' And, they did.". Lavoie said Mulroney is "shocked" and "furious because this is a hoax.". (National Post)
Silence on length of men's detention Jul 4, 2007
"My understanding is his detention is under Federal Government legislation and that the federal officers can apply to a judicial officer, an officer of the court - that's a magistrate I imagine - for extensions of the detention time frame," he said. "I know it's being considered but again, it's a federal police matter and I don't think it's appropriate for me to comment.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Missouri appeals court overturns conviction in road-rage killing Jun 27, 2007
he idea, Gonzalez told jurors, hat an officer of the court, a prosecutor, would risk a law license, a career, a law degree, years of had work, on one case is so offensive and completely ridiculous that we ask that you take Mrs. Brown's testimony for what it is worth, which is nothing. The defense argued that the trial court erred when it overturned its objections to Gonzalez's comments. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
BALCO leak: Deal's off Jun 16, 2007
" "Wait a minute," the judge said. "He didn't come forward. " Ellerman left without speaking to reporters. Miller, after conferring with fellow prosecutors, said he appreciated White's concerns and would "see if we can come up with an agreement the court can approve. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Judge Rejects BALCO Plea Deal Jun 15, 2007
U.S. District Court Jeffrey S. White said both recommendations were too low and said that, as a lawyer, Ellerman should be held to a higher standard of conduct because he is an officer of the court, and he did not live up to his ethical duty. White cited several reasons for rejecting the plea agreement, including that Ellerman corrupted the criminal justice system. (NBC 11, CA)
State Court Judge Donny Peppers charged with DUI Jun 12, 2007
It s always a tough situation for the police officer involved when they have to make an arrest of an officer of the court system, Black said. (Peppers) is a good guy. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Suit challenges real estate fund's handling of over $25M in assets Jun 12, 2007
Rossi says the receiver, as an officer of the court, represents an impartial third party who should bring clarity and order to the situation. The receiver, Greg Sterling of Los Gatos, should report his initial findings to Judge Joseph Huber in the next 30 to 60 days, Rossi says. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Cooper: 'It was wrong' to hunt elk with nonresident Jun 12, 2007
Just the facts wrote on Jun 11, 2007 7:36 PM:" Caleb Gilkerson said Prieksat framed him. Gilkerson was found guilty in a court of law. The Governor's chief of staff said he had a petition with 700 signatures. Dennis Rowley, Cooper's hunting buddy admits that at least 125 signatures were from people signing up for door prizes. The Governor's chief of staff says he has 60 signed complaints. They were investigated by an officer of the court and Prieksat was cleared. Sorry I don't buy the arguement... (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Tort reform in Miss. a success story despite Bill Minor's report Jun 4, 2007
Perhaps it did not help the nation's perception when the Wall Street Journal reported an Alabama federal Judge held a contempt of court hearing, stating he wasn't happy that an officer of the court and a state law enforcement official (Attorney General Jim Hood) would so brazenly flout the law. Perhaps it doesn't help when our attorney general is highlighted in so many national venues with quotes such as "the birthplace of AG-tort bar collusion," "doing justice takes a backseat to the big-dollar... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Bradfrod County: Zeller accepts Democratic nom for prothonotary Jun 1, 2007
The voters must learn that this office is not about taking pictures, it is about being an officer of the court, a role I have filled for over 30 years before my retirement, and one that the incumbent has yet to learn. I challenge everyone who cares about the legal system and its impact on our everyday life to become informed about the past mismanagement of this office and to learn that I am the only candidate qualified to correct its deficiencies, right its course and properly serve those who... (Sayre Evening Times, PA)
AIPAC on Trial May 8, 2007
The defense has protested proposed security procedures magnetometers at the courtroom door, security sweeps of the courtroom itself, an officer of the court monitoring electronic surveillance while the trial is in session on the grounds they would prejudice the jury against the defendants. They compare this to dragging Rosen and Weissman before the jury in prisoners uniforms and shackles. (The American Conservative)
Apologies, please, to the Duke players Apr 19, 2007
This officer of the court played to the worst instincts of his constituents. MIKE KINGMY OPINION. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
DEFENSE NEEDS DNA, TOO Apr 16, 2007
Crime labs should be independent, operating under the supervision of an officer of the court, who would be responsible for assigning forensic evidence to laboratories and ensuring that all crime labs in the system are following proper scientific procedures. Roger Koppl is author of a forthcoming Reason Foundation study on forensics and director of the Institute for Forensic Science Administration at Fairleigh Dickinson University. (New York Post -- Opinions)
Tata Motors affected by protest at HM plant Apr 15, 2007
In its petition, Tata Motors sought a direction to appoint a special officer of the court to supervise the removal of dies and components from the premises of the HM plant and also to grant police protection and assistance for this purpose. Apart from HM's management, the petition also made the two workers union of the troubled plant parties in the matter. (Hindu)
Government Appeals Judge's Order on Scrushy Release Apr 14, 2007
Judge Coody asked the prosecution at the hearing concerning Scrushy being required to spend each night in Orlando, "Why doesn't the evidence support the finding that Mr. Burton assumed Mr. Scrushy was to spend every night in Walt Disney World...especially when Walt Disney World is 250 miles north of Palm Beach..." to which assistant U.S. attorney J.B. Perrine responded, "By no means did any officer of the court give permission....". Continuing with the government's Thursday filing. (WSJA.com, AL)
ABCNEWS REPORTER: DON'T FEEL TOO SORRY FOR THE DUKIES... Apr 14, 2007
Anytime a public officer of the court misuses is authority to prosecute someone he knows to be innocent, or even suspects might be innocent, he is jeopordizing the freedom of all of us. Further, don't underestimate the part the news services played in this disaster. (The Drudge Report)
Court Pleading Says Scrushy Not a Flight Risk: "One Mistake" and "Miscommunication" Apr 3, 2007
"According to the Government, there is no condition or combination of conditions of release that will assure that Defendant is not a risk of flight due to a single miscommunication and/or an honest mistake made in the four years Richard Scrushy has been reporting to the Pretrial Services... The Government's imagined intent for a man who requested and received permission to travel and returned to the district at the exact time he was supposed to is not supported by the facts. Additionally, going... (WSJA.com, AL)
Has Hicks done the right thing? Mar 27, 2007
The Sydney Morning Herald Blogs: News Blog. Welcome to Sydney Morning Herald Online. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Local legal giant Judge McCartney remembered by friends, co-workers ... Cruse hired to replace Mulford as Washington principal ... St. Patrick’s Day plans announced ... Barn quilts are coming to Floyd Co. ... 50 years of Cat in the Hat ... ';var marqueewidth="350px";var marqueeheight="20px";var marqueebgcolor="#FFFFFF";////NO NEED TO EDIT BELOW THIS LINE////////////var pauseit=1;var marqueespeed=1 //slow speed down by 1 for NSvar copyspeed=marqueespeedvar pausespeed=(pauseit==0)? copyspeed: 0var iedom=document.all||document.getElementByIdif (iedom)document.write(''+marqueecontent+'')var actualwidth=''var cross_marquee, ns_marqueefunction populate(){if (iedom){cross_marquee=document.getElementById? document.getElementById("iemarquee") : document.all.iemarqueecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"cross_marquee.innerHTML=marqueecontentactualwidth=document.all? temp.offsetWidth : document.getElementById("temp").offsetWidth}else if (document.layers){ns_marquee=document.ns_marquee.document.ns_marquee2ns_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8ns_marquee.document.write(marqueecontent)ns_marquee.document.close()actualwidth=ns_marquee.document.width}lefttime=setInterval("scrollmarquee()",20)}window.onload=populate;function scrollmarquee(){if (iedom){if (parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))cross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)-copyspeed+"px"elsecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"}else if (document.layers){if (ns_marquee.left>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))ns_marquee.left-=copyspeedelsens_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8}}if (iedom||document.layers){with (document){document.write('')if (iedom){write('')write('')write('')write('')}else if (document.layers){write('')write('')write('')}document.write('')}}Wednesday, March 14, 2007 Retired Judge Ralph McCartney (seated) is pictured above in a photo taken in July 2005 to commemorate the opening of the new McCartney Center, an educational program in Charles City designed to keep first-time drunk drivers from re-offending.The center was named after the McCartney family, which included his father, Mac McCartney, a one-time sheriff of Floyd County. Ralph McCartney, who passed away Saturday, was a distinguished district court judge, state legislator and member of the Board of Regents.Also pictured are, from left: Prairie Ridge Executive Director Jay Hansen, Bill Cavanaugh of the McCartney Center, McCartney’s wife Rhoda and Ann Troge of the McCartney Center. Local legal giant Judge McCartney remembered by friends, co-workers Mar 14, 2007
We went to him for his input and he looked at Ann and said, As an officer of the court, you have an obligation to do something good like this, Cavanaugh remembered. That s when we decided to name it after the McCartney family and all that they ve done with their permission, of course. (Charles City Press, IO)
Wooten: Pardon Libby Mar 8, 2007
I am quite troubled by your commenting today as it seems to display a much more skewed partisan perspective than you normally convey I would think that as an officer of the court (and I m not being sanctimonious here, my tone should be interpreted as baffled / bewildered) you, like me, would be troubled by ANY perjury, whether it be by President Clinton or the Vice President s Chief of Staff. By Brad. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Star Jones Reynolds Gets New Daytime Talk Show on Court TV Mar 8, 2007
Using her skills as a talk show host and an officer of the court, Reynolds will probe the most compelling angles and daily headlines. She will interview some of the most influential newsmakers involved in high-profile cases while offering a multi-dimensional look at each story. (FOX23.com, OK)
Congressman has DEA reports confirming smuggler in 2nd drug incident Feb 28, 2007
"Sutton chose to hide the second drug offense so he could convict Ramos and Compean, rather than do his duty as an officer of the court in allowing the truth to come out," Setmayer said. Are you a representative of the media who would like to interview the author of this story. (WorldNetDaily)
Judge wants jail reports audited Feb 24, 2007
In his court order Friday, the judge pointed out that McManus was "an officer of the court and is answerable only to the court. ... The sheriff would be well-advised to abandon his attacks on Mr. McManus and focus his efforts instead on achieving full compliance" with the consent decree. Freeman, in a written statement, declined to comment on the judge's reference to attacks on the monitor. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Read Greta's transcript Feb 23, 2007
VAN SUSTEREN: I'm saying that's what Krista Barth, as an officer of the court, has said. O'QUINN: And as an officer of the court. (Fox News)
Ask Amy: Scam Uses Jury Summons Ploy Feb 21, 2007
The caller claims to be an officer of the court. The message is: "You failed to show up for jury duty.". (Click2Houston, TX)
Conte's lawyer pleads guilty Feb 16, 2007
"This represents a corruption of our system by a member of the bar and by an officer of the court.". Ellerman, of Woodland Park, Colo. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Lawyer identified as source of BALCO leaks Feb 15, 2007
This man was an officer of the court who was highly paid to provide the services of a criminal defense attorney. Instead, he chose to serve his own agenda and act in a way that was tremendously damaging to his own clients. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Two San Francisco reporters avoid jail in BALCO case Feb 15, 2007
"Ellerman agreed to plead guilty to four felony counts of obstruction of justice and disobeying court orders, and to spend up to two years in prison and pay a $250,000 fine. A judge still has to approve the terms of the plea agreement; no hearing date has been set.Ellerman briefly represented Victor Conte, the talkative founder of the Bay Area Laboratory Co-Operative who went to prison for steroid distribution and has long been a prime suspect in the grand jury leaks.He later represented BALCO... (ESPN -- Baseball)
Cops pay up for wrongful prosecution Jan 29, 2007
He had also, as an officer of the court, informed the police of the incident. Judge Josh Jones agreed with Joubert's legal counsel that the police had made deliberately false allegations in the affidavits, which gave rise to his prosecution. (iAfrica.com)
Ex-militant seen as likely to testify at cohorts' trial Jan 26, 2007
"Everything he said to us was corroborated -- when you put a witness on, you vouch for his credibility as an officer of the court. I thought he was credible. Based on the corroboration, I thought he was highly credible," the former prosecutor said. Scott also recounted how New Orleans police tortured him into confession, using cattle prods, Tanenbaum said. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Ohio Judge Finds Calif. Firm Submitted Fraudulent Asbestos Claim Forms Jan 19, 2007
"If a lay witness had appeared so attired for a video deposition, the court would certainly have been offended -- perhaps moved to censure the witness. For an officer of the court to show such lack of respect is shocking," Hanna wrote. "The bitter irony of all this deception," Hanna added, "is that it was directed at a relatively innocuous issue, i.e., when did Mr. Andreas become aware of the amendment [to one claim]? ... He jeopardized his client's case and his own reputation because he would... (Law.com)
Evidence may be revisited and case tried with new charges Jan 12, 2007
have always tried to guard and protect my integrity and reputation for honesty because I believe this is so important to the success of any officer of the court, Wampler wrote. ometimes, however, reality may give way to perception and I believe that even the appearance of impropriety should be avoided. (Altus Times, OK)
Former Evansdale police chief to get unemployment benefits Jan 4, 2007
FACT wrote on January 03, 2007 8:36 AM:"I would do some fact checking if I were the person(s) making comments on this blog regarding proof and how Burke is this and Burke is that. Things are not always as they appear, or at least as you want to make them appear. If you read the decision (link posted in prior post, also available thru google by typing Michael Burke, Evansdale into the search) you will see that the sexual harassment claims hold no merit. This was a judge that ruled on this,... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
