Provo, UT---The Fourth District Judicial Nominating Commission has scheduled a meeting on July 27 beginning at 9:00 a.m. in the library at the Provo's Juvenile Courthouse, 2021 South State. The purpose of the meeting is to nominate candidates for a Fourth District Juvenile Court judge to replace Judge Leslie Brown who announced his retirement effective Dec. 31, 2006.
The first part of the meeting is scheduled for public comment about issues facing the Utah judiciary and refinements or improvements to the system. Following the public hearing, the meeting is closed to allow commission members to select a minimum of five candidates whose names are then forwarded to Gov. Jon M. Huntsman, Jr., to consider for appointment. The Nominating Commission does not take testimony on individual applicants.
Individuals interested in appearing before the commission should contact the Administrative Office of the Courts (801) 578-3800 to request an appointment.