Nov 23, 2024BoardMeeting
BoardThe Superior Court of the Virgin Islands Investiture Ceremony
The ceremony formally invested Judge Ernest Morris Jr. as a judge of the Superior Court and Magistrate Judge Venicia Velasquez as a Magistrate Judge. The proceedings included ceremonial rituals such as taking the oath of office and the presentation of robes and gavels. Key discussions highlighted the critical importance of the judiciary as a bedrock of the community, addressed the need for increased funding and resources for the courts to manage civil and criminal caseloads, and recognized the contributions of the magistrate selection panel. Remarks from legal and legislative leaders emphasized the qualities of a good judge and the importance of maintaining an independent, well-supported judicial system.