Schneider District Court in Cecil County Honorable Kathy P. Morrissey Chief Judge, District Court of Maryland Honorable Bonnie G. Kenney III Chair, Senior Judges Committee Honorable Donine Carrington Martin Circuit Court for Charles County Honorable John P. Pamela Harris State Court Administrator Administrative Office of the Courts Honorable James A. Baynes Chair, Conference of Circuit Judges Getty, Chair (September 2021 – April 2022) Honorable Keith A. Honorable Mary Ellen Barbera, Chair (January – September 2021) Honorable Joseph M. As a result of those efforts, we are stronger and better positioned to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow. But, under the leadership of Chief Judges Barbera and Getty, we have collectively responded with countless innovations and adaptations that allowed the Judiciary to continue core operations during the pandemic while, at the same time, furthering our commitment to equal justice. Recent times have been challenging, to say the least. That has always been so, but it has never been more evident than over the past 28 months. Fader, 2022 – The success of the Judiciary’s mission depends on the united efforts of everyone reading this, because we all play a crucial part in the Judiciary’s success. Specifically, I appointed the Joint Subcommittee on Post-COVID Judicial Operations to analyze the current use of remote technology and other court innovations for possible continuation in judicial operations to provide the highest level of service within the Judiciary.Ĭhief Judge Matthew J. When the gavel was passed to me, I made the commitment to continue the push for excellence in service to justice for Maryland through all levels of the courts. Many of the Judiciary’s recent accomplishments are a direct reflection of the exceptional leadership portrayed by my predecessor then Chief Judge Mary Ellen Barbera. Getty, 2021 – 2022 In September 2021, I was humbled and honored to be appointed by Governor Larry Hogan as chief judge for the Court of Appeals of Maryland. I have full confidence that the positive changes we made will inspire all future chief judges to continue to move the justice forward in Maryland.Ĭhief Judge Joseph M. The future is bright for the Judiciary and it is certain that access to justice will continue to flourish and grow. We accomplished so much together, and we persevered through the COVID-19 pandemic with the Judiciary continuing to provide access to justice throughout. I thank the many people who worked with me to help move justice forward in Maryland. PASSING THE GAVEL Chief Judge Mary Ellen Barbera, 2013 – 2021 In 2021, I concluded my time as chief judge of the Court of Appeals of Maryland. 13 Meaningful access: Unexpected opportunities presented by the COVID-19pandemic.17 9 Innovative approach: Finding creative ways toprovideservicessafely. 5 Community Impact: Striving for equal justice during a pandemic. 4 The Maryland Judiciary prepares for a post-COVID court system. 2 2021JudicialCouncil.3 2021JudicialCouncilCommittees. This report focuses on just a few highlights of the work of the Judicial Council and its committees during calendar year 2021. It is through their collective work that the Maryland Judiciary is fulfilling its mission and achieving its strategic goals in serving the people of Maryland. The Judicial Council and its committees, subcommittees, and work groups include a wide representation of the diverse Judiciary community: judges, magistrates, trial court clerks and administrators, commissioners, and justice partners throughout Maryland. These recommendations are reviewed by the Judicial Council and, if accepted, are forwarded to the Chief Judge for approval. Guided by the eight key goals of the Judiciary’s strategic plan, the committees develop recommendations for policies, programs, and initiatives that help ensure efficient operations and the timely and effective administration of justice in Maryland. The Judicial Council is the nexus through which its committees vet Judiciary-wide policy changes, judicial reforms, legislative issues, and other internal and external developments that affect the administration of justice. Use resources wisely.Īs the governance body of the Judiciary and principal policy advisor to the Chief Judge of the Court of Appeals, the Maryland Judicial Council is committed to advancing the Judiciary’s mission of providing fair, efficient, and effective justice for all. Communicate effectively with stakeholders. Be responsive and adaptable to changing community needs. We are an efficient, innovative, and accessible court system that works collaboratively with justice partners to serve the people with integrity and transparency. VISION The Maryland Judiciary advances justice for all who come to Maryland’s courts. MISSION The Maryland Judiciary provides fair, efficient, and effective justice for all. Maryland Judiciary Judicial Council 2021 Annual Report
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