With federal courts across the country contending with mounting caseloads, Judge Timothy M. Tymkovich, of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit, urged Congress today to create new district and court of appeals judgeships to meet growing workload demands. Click Here To Read The Full Article
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New Tool Helps Public Find Local Court Civics Resources and Programs
Federal courts regularly engage in public outreach and civics education efforts. A new interactive civics map is helping the public more easily find court educational resources and civics program information nationwide. Click Here To Read The Full Article
Bankruptcy Filings Rise 14.2 Percent
Total bankruptcy filings rose 14.2 percent, with increases in both business and non-business bankruptcies, in the twelve-month period ending Dec. 31, 2024. . Click Here To Read The Full Article
Study Confirms Positive Impact of Early Release Initiative
When a federal judge imposed two concurrent life sentences on Jerome Brough, he sat frozen in disbelief, struggling to comprehend how a non-violent drug-related offense could lead to a lifetime in prison. Yet, through determination, good fortune, and the Judiciary’s increasing use of early release from supervision, Brough is now a free man. Click Here […]
Director’s Awards Recognize 16 Employees for Leadership, Service
A total of 16 employees have received the 2024 Director’s Awards, which recognize employees who have exemplified the core values, issues, strategies, and goals of the Judiciary. Click Here To Read The Full Article