Nebraska judicial news
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News about or affecting the judiciary in Nebraska.
Nebraska county judge to retire
Scottsbluff, Nebraska: G. Glenn Camerer a judge for the Scotts Bluff County Court of Nebraska has announced his retirement. Camerer is retiring after 37 years on the bench as a result of suffering brain damage from a fall and possible stroke in September of 2009.[1]
Anne Paine named presiding judge for 11th District
Nebraska: Anne Paine was named the presiding judge of the 11th District County Courts. She has served on this court since July 2007.[1]
New Nebraska magistrate judge takes office
Lincoln, Nebraska: Cheryl Renae Zwart became the new federal magistrate judge for the United States District Court for the District of Nebraska on January 15, 2010. She will replace David Piester, who retired in August of 2009, and will serve an 8-year renewable term.[1]
Lawyer appointed to Nebraska court
Nebraska: Attorney Russell Harford has been appointed to fill a seat on the Nebraska County Courts, District 12. He was appointed by Republican Governor Dave Heineman in July of 2009.
"Mr. Harford has had a long career in public service with a strong emphasis on law enforcement. His extensive experience in the public and private sector makes him an excellent candidate for the county court bench", said Governor Heineman. [1]
Judge faces hearing on judicial impropriety
Nebraska: Judge Kent Florom was accused of judicial misconduct and faced a hearing before the Nebraska Judicial Qualifications Commission on June 16, 2009. The accusation was brought by several Nebraska attorneys who claim "that Florom violated four ethical canons of the judiciary by not upholding the integrity and independence of the judiciary, not avoiding impropriety, by not performing his duties impartially, and not conducting extra-judicial activities to minimize conflict with judicial obligations."
Florom is accused of using his "judicial influence to intervene in the criminal case of Sharon Kramer, a high school teacher and softball coach who was convicted of stealing funds from the high school booster club concession stand in March 2008". He is also accused of threatening North Platte School Board Member Jim Paloucek: "Tell your buddy (Jim Paloucek) if he comes after Sharon Kramer he’s going to be making an enemy he doesn’t want to make."
The outcome of the complaint will not be known for several months. [1]
Neb. panel recommends 3 for district judge
February 13, 2009: "The governor will select from a list of 3 people to fill a vacant judgeship in northeastern Nebraska.
The open seat in the 7th Judicial District comes with the retirement of Judge Patrick Rogers, whose last day was Jan. 31. He was appointed in 2001." Full article here.
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