tag:webster.utahbar.org,2008:/news//1 2008-05-06T10:38:38Z Movable Type 3.33 tag:webster.utahbar.org,2008:/news//1.1242 2008-05-06T10:37:26Z 2008-05-06T10:38:38Z

Salt Lake City, UT—Mary Aguirre-Shahin, Esq., has been appointed as the new director of the Utah Judicial Institute, which is the education arm of the Utah State Courts. Shahin replaces Diane Cowdrey who accepted a position with the Administrative Office...

BlogStaff www.utahbar.org Salt Lake City, UT—Mary Aguirre-Shahin, Esq., has been appointed as the new director of the Utah Judicial Institute, which is the education arm of the Utah State Courts. Shahin replaces Diane Cowdrey who accepted a position with the Administrative Office of the Courts in California. In her position with the Utah State Courts, Shahin will oversee the development of judicial education programs for judges and court staff throughout the state. Prior to joining the Utah State Courts, Shahin worked in Afghanistan as a legal advisor for a U.S. State Department judicial reform project. In that capacity she trained prosecutors and police officers and conducted the first ever comprehensive assessment of the judiciary in northern Afghanistan. Before this, she worked closely with the Ministry of Justice in Jordan on a USAID judicial reform project. In 2004, Shahin served as general counsel to the Supreme Court of Micronesia where she developed training programs for Pacific Island judges. She has also worked for the American Bar Association where she assisted with the first ever Judicial Education Conference for more than 400 judges in the kingdom of Jordan. Shahin began her work in judicial education in 1998 at the National Judicial College in Reno, Nevada, where she developed award-winning judicial education programs. Her innovative “Courage to Live Judicial Outreach Education Program,” received national awards and acclaim and serves as a model judicial outreach program throughout the country. Shahin is a graduate of the University of California at Berkeley and an honor law graduate of Hastings Law School in San Francisco, California. Prior to her judicial education career, Shahin worked as a trial attorney for the U.S. Department of Justice in Washington, D.C. where she was awarded the Attorney General’s Special Achievement Award. She has practiced environmental law with California law firms whose clients included Fortune 500 companies. tag:webster.utahbar.org,2008:/news//1.1241 2008-05-05T10:27:54Z 2008-05-06T09:01:18Z

MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT V. LOWRY SNOW Summer Convention - July 16-19, 2008 - Sun Valley, Idaho Co-chairs, Victoria Kidman and Mark Baer, along with their committee have put together a Summer Convention program that promises enlightening CLE and entertaining family...

BlogStaff www.utahbar.org MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT V. LOWRY SNOW Summer Convention - July 16-19, 2008 - Sun Valley, Idaho Co-chairs, Victoria Kidman and Mark Baer, along with their committee have put together a Summer Convention program that promises enlightening CLE and entertaining family events. Our presenters are a diverse group of well-qualified individuals from our own Bar and around the country. Our Thursday keynote speaker is Monroe Freeman who was the recipient of the American Bar Association's highest award for professionalism and is recognized as "one of the most highly regarded constitutional lawyers." Also addressing us will be Steve Wozniak, Apple Computers Inc. co-founder who started a computer revolution that has yet to slow down. On a personal note, I always look forward to the Family Carnival - an opportunity to "kick back" with my colleagues and enjoy a good barbeque. This year, we will also take in a movie in the "Opera House" as a finale to our evening. Please make your plans now to join us in July for what will surely be a memorable time. View the program and accommodation arrangements at http://www.utahbar.org/cle/annualconvention/brochure.pdf]]> May 2008 E-News

Electronic Filing of Briefs

Vote Early

NEW Licensing Form

Member Benefit - T-Mobile

May CLE

The Complete Lawyer

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Electronic Filing of Briefs - The Utah Supreme Court has established a pilot program to require submission of electronic courtesy briefs to the Utah Supreme Court and the Utah Court of Appeals. Standing Order No. 8 is effective May 15, 2008. Questions or inquiries should be directed to Sue Willis, Deputy Court Clerk, Utah Supreme Court, (801) 578-3900. View Standing Order No. 8 at www.utcourts.gov/resources/rules/urap/supctso.htm#8 Vote Early - Ballots will be mailed out to Bar members on May 30, 2008. Ballots must be received at the Utah State Bar's office by 5 p.m. on June 30, 2008 and will be counted on July 1, 2008. Running for President-elect are: Stephen W. Owens and Scott R. Sabey. Seeking to represent those in the Third District are: Su Chon, Laurie Gilliland, James D. Gilson, Lori W. Nelson, Margaret Plane, Rodney G. Snow and Rusty Vetter. Read the candidates’ statements at www.utahbar.org/elections/Welcome.html. NEW Licensing Form - Watch for your licensing statements mailed in the coming weeks. To ensure proper delivery, please update your mailing address, if necessary, at www.myutahbar.org using your Casemaker login information. The licensing form has changed significantly. Please read and complete the licensing form carefully and completely. The licensing statements are due back by June 30, 2008. Online licensing will be available the first week in June. Member Benefit - T-Mobile - Announcing an exclusive offer from T-Mobile! You can select one of these great promotions with a new T-Mobile activation. This is a limited-time-only offer that expires May 30th, so you'll want to act soon! Select one of these great promotions with a new T-Mobile activation -- 2 FREE Motorola W490 with activation of Family Time rate plan -- FREE Samsung t439 with FREE Bluetooth headset or car charger -- FREE BlackBerry 8700, after mail-in rebate with voice and data plan NO activation fee!!! For more information and other T-Mobile offers click here. May CLE - Annual Practice Updates: May 6: Spring Corporate Counsel http://www.utahbar.org/cle/events/annual_corporate_counsel.html May 7: Labor & Employment http://www.utahbar.org/cle/events/annual_labor_employment.html May 13: Banking and Finance http://www.utahbar.org/cle/events/annual_banking_finance.html May 14: Business Law http://www.utahbar.org/cle/events/annual_business.html May 15: Real Property http://www.utahbar.org/cle/events/annual_real_property.html May 16: Family Law (also available via webcast) http://www.utahbar.org/cle/events/annual_family_law.html Additional offering for May: May 6: Poverty Law Series: #1 http://www.utahbar.org/cle/events/poverty_prt1.html May 13: Teleseminar - How to Use Facebook to Advance your Legal Career http://www.utahbar.org/cle/events/teleseminar_facebook.html May 14: Mechanics of Trial, Session II http://www.utahbar.org/cle/events/mechanics_trial.html May 22: Nuts and Bolts Workshop: Criminal Law http://www.utahbar.org/cle/events/nlcle_criminal_law.html May/Jun edition of The Complete Lawyer: http://www.thecompletelawyer.com/volume4/issue3/index.php Articles of note in this issue:

Cover Story: Attorney Stress: A Sound Mind in A Sound Body

Five Steps To Achieve A Sound Mind

Invest In Training Programs During Tough Economic Times

Why Marketing Is Drudgery For Most Attorneys

Teach Your Clients To Become Better Writers

Vacation Plans? Think For Yourself

Lawyers’ Stress Buttons Are Pressed All Day, Every Day

Conflict Revolution—Mediating Evil, War, Injustice and Terrorism

"I have a question or comment for the Bar President" - President@utahbar.org ]]> tag:webster.utahbar.org,2008:/news//1.1237 2008-05-01T09:40:41Z 2008-05-01T09:42:40Z

Salt Lake City, UT—The Third District Court has scheduled Divorce Education for Children Classes on Saturday, May 10 from 10 a.m. to noon and Monday, May 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. The Divorce Education for Children class is available...

BlogStaff www.utahbar.org Saturday, May 10 from 10 a.m. to noon and Monday, May 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. The Divorce Education for Children class is available for children 9 to 12 years old whose parents have filed for divorce. The class is presented twice each month—one Monday evening and one Saturday—at the Scott M. Matheson Courthouse at 450 South State Street. To register for the class, parents should call Alyssa White at (801) 578-3897 or e-mail alyssaw@email.utcourts.gov. There is no charge to attend the classes. ]]> www.utcourts.gov/specproj/dived.htm. ]]> tag:webster.utahbar.org,2008:/news//1.1223 2008-04-28T08:15:06Z 2008-04-28T08:17:25Z

UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT DISTRICT OF UTAH OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF COURT NOTICE OF PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD FOR PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE LOCAL RULES The Court has released proposed amendments to local rules of practice for public comment. The...

BlogStaff www.utahbar.org http://www.utd.uscourts.gov/documents/local_amendments.html) or you may request a copy from the Office of the Clerk of Court by calling 801-524-6121. Comments may be submitted by email to Louise_York@utd.uscourts.gov or in writing to the Office of the Clerk, attention: Louise York, 350 S. Main St., Rm 150, Salt Lake City, UT 84101. The comment period ends on June 2, 2008. ]]> tag:webster.utahbar.org,2008:/news//1.1209 2008-04-21T15:02:10Z 2008-04-21T15:04:53Z

WHAT: To make way for construction of the new St. George City Courthouse, a track hoe will begin demolition of the former West Elementary School building. This will be a nice photo opportunity....

BlogStaff www.utahbar.org WHAT: To make way for construction of the new St. George City Courthouse, a track hoe will begin demolition of the former West Elementary School building. This will be a nice photo opportunity. ]]> WHEN: Demolition is scheduled to begin Tuesday, April 22 between 7 and 9 a.m. WHERE: 12 North 300 West, St. George CONTACTS: Following is a list of individuals involved in the land exchange, planning of and funding for the new courthouse: -Utah State Courts: Facilities Manager Alyn Lunceford, (801) 578-3881 -5th District Trial Court Executive Rick Davis, (435) 986-5722 -St. George Municipal, Marc Mortensen, (435) 627-4005 -Washington County School District, Brent Bills, (435) 673-3553, ext. 501. -DFMC, Lynn Hinrichs, (801) 538-3255 -Okland Construction, Dan Pennock, (801) 486-0144 -VCBO Architects, Brent Tippetts, (801) 575-8800 -Local members of the Utah State Legislature: Senator Bill Hickman, Rep. Dave Clark, Rep. Brad Last, and Rep. Steve Urquhart. ]]> tag:webster.utahbar.org,2008:/news//1.1206 2008-04-18T10:14:09Z 2008-04-18T10:18:59Z

Summary of amendments Rules Governing the Utah State Bar USB 14-1001. IOLTA. Amend. Clarifies the formula for determining whether the net income from investing client funds exceeds the cost of doing so. Directs the Utah Bar Foundation to determine whether...

BlogStaff www.utahbar.org Summary of amendments Rules Governing the Utah State Bar USB 14-1001. IOLTA. Amend. Clarifies the formula for determining whether the net income from investing client funds exceeds the cost of doing so. Directs the Utah Bar Foundation to determine whether an institution is eligible for deposits. Establishes the criteria to be an eligible institution. Restricts deposits to eligible institutions and defines the types of accounts permitted. Establishes sanctions and procedures if a lawyer fails to report annually.]]> How to view redline text of the approved amendments To see the text and effective date of the amendments, click on this link to: http://www.utcourts.gov/resources/rules/approved/ and then click on the rule number. All amendments are effective April 1, 2008, unless otherwise indicated. Updated versions of the rules will be posed to the main rules web page (http://www.utcourts.gov/resources/rules/) on or about the effective date of the amendments. ]]> tag:webster.utahbar.org,2008:/news//1.1205 2008-04-17T15:16:31Z 2008-05-06T09:05:24Z

The Utah Supreme Court has issued Standing Order No. 8 as to establishment of a pilot program to require submission of electronic courtesy briefs to the Utah Supreme Court and the Utah Court of Appeals. Standing Order No. 8 is...

BlogStaff www.utahbar.org http://www.utcourts.gov/resources/rules/urap/supctso.htm#8 ]]> tag:webster.utahbar.org,2008:/news//1.1187 2008-04-16T14:14:38Z 2008-04-16T14:15:48Z

WHAT: As part of the 2008 Law Day celebration, the Utah State Courts has organized a panel discussion at the Hinckley Institute of Politics. The topic of the discussion is “The Rule of Law,” which is this year’s Law Day...

BlogStaff www.utahbar.org WHAT: As part of the 2008 Law Day celebration, the Utah State Courts has organized a panel discussion at the Hinckley Institute of Politics. The topic of the discussion is “The Rule of Law,” which is this year’s Law Day theme. The panelists will discuss issues such as how the legal profession can promote the rule of law, assuring equal justice for all, and the importance of an independent judiciary. WHEN: Thursday, April 17 from 10:45 to 11:35 a.m. WHERE: Hinckley Institute of Politics, University of Utah campus, Orson Spencer Hall, 260 South Central Campus Dr., Room 253 WHO: Honorable Christine M. Durham, Chief Justice, Utah Supreme Court; Dean Hiram Chodosh, S.J. Quinney College of Law, University of Utah; Hal Christensen, attorney, Snow, Christensen & Martineau; Su Chon, attorney, CMRC Property Rights Ombudsman, State of Utah ]]> tag:webster.utahbar.org,2008:/news//1.1180 2008-04-14T09:02:33Z 2008-04-14T09:04:41Z

Salt Lake City, UT—The Third District Court has scheduled Divorce Education for Children Classes on Monday, April 21 from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, April 26 from 10 a.m. to noon. The Divorce Education for Children class is available...

BlogStaff www.utahbar.org alyssaw@email.utcourts.gov. There is no charge to attend the classes.]]> www.utcourts.gov/specproj/dived.htm. ]]> tag:webster.utahbar.org,2008:/news//1.1175 2008-04-09T15:33:45Z 2008-04-09T15:36:57Z

The Supreme Court and the Judicial Council invite comments to proposed amendments to the following court rules. The comment period expires May 28, 2008. Summary of proposed amendments Rules of Civil Procedure URCP 103. Child support worksheets. Repeal. Eliminates the...

BlogStaff www.utahbar.org The comment period expires May 28, 2008. Summary of proposed amendments Rules of Civil Procedure URCP 103. Child support worksheets. Repeal. Eliminates the requirement that parties send a copy of their child support worksheet to the AOC.]]> Code of Judicial Administration CJA 04-509. Court-appointed parent coordinator. New. Establishes the role, qualifications and procedures of the parent coordinator. CJA 06-501. Reporting requirements for guardians and conservators. Amend. Exempt OPG from test requirement. This rule is in effect during the comment period. CJA Chapter 11. Article 1. Advisory Committees and the Rulemaking Process. Amend. Creates from Rule 11-101 a series of rules. Each rule regulates a particular topic in the rulemaking process. CJA 11-101. Creation and Composition of Advisory Committees. Amend. Adds a provision that committee members are officers of the court and not representatives of any interest. CJA 11-102. Advisory Committee Procedures. New. Adds quorum and voting requirements. CJA 11-103. Rulemaking Procedures. New. Recognizes reliance on written comments. CJA 11-104. Procedures Pertaining to the Practice of Law. New. Technical amendments. CJA 11-105. Supreme Court Action on Rule Modifications. New. Adds distribution and comment provisions to rule amendments initiated by the Supreme Court. CJA 11-106. Rule Distribution Process. New. Adds a distribution and publication provision. How to view redline text of the proposed amendments To see proposed rule amendments and submit comments, click on this link to: http://www.utcourts.gov/resources/rules/comments/. Then click on the rule number. How to submit comments You can comment and view the comments of others by clicking on the "comments" link associated with each body of rules. It's more efficient for us if you submit comments through the website, and we encourage you to do so. After clicking on the comment link, you will be prompted for your name, which we request, and your email address and URL, which are optional. This is a public site. If you do not want to disclose your email address, omit it. Time does not permit us to acknowledge comments, but all will be considered. Submit comments directly through the website or to: Tim Shea Email: tims@email.utcourts.gov Please include the comment in the message text, not in an attachment. Fax: 801-578-3843 Administrative Office of the Courts POB 140241 Salt Lake City, Utah 84114-0241 One method of submitting a comment is sufficient. ]]> tag:webster.utahbar.org,2008:/news//1.1176 2008-04-09T15:33:45Z 2008-04-09T15:37:58Z

The Supreme Court and the Judicial Council invite comments to proposed amendments to the following court rules. The comment period expires May 28, 2008. Summary of proposed amendments Rules of Civil Procedure URCP 103. Child support worksheets. Repeal. Eliminates the...

BlogStaff www.utahbar.org The comment period expires May 28, 2008. Summary of proposed amendments Rules of Civil Procedure URCP 103. Child support worksheets. Repeal. Eliminates the requirement that parties send a copy of their child support worksheet to the AOC.]]> Code of Judicial Administration CJA 04-509. Court-appointed parent coordinator. New. Establishes the role, qualifications and procedures of the parent coordinator. CJA 06-501. Reporting requirements for guardians and conservators. Amend. Exempt OPG from test requirement. This rule is in effect during the comment period. CJA Chapter 11. Article 1. Advisory Committees and the Rulemaking Process. Amend. Creates from Rule 11-101 a series of rules. Each rule regulates a particular topic in the rulemaking process. CJA 11-101. Creation and Composition of Advisory Committees. Amend. Adds a provision that committee members are officers of the court and not representatives of any interest. CJA 11-102. Advisory Committee Procedures. New. Adds quorum and voting requirements. CJA 11-103. Rulemaking Procedures. New. Recognizes reliance on written comments. CJA 11-104. Procedures Pertaining to the Practice of Law. New. Technical amendments. CJA 11-105. Supreme Court Action on Rule Modifications. New. Adds distribution and comment provisions to rule amendments initiated by the Supreme Court. CJA 11-106. Rule Distribution Process. New. Adds a distribution and publication provision. How to view redline text of the proposed amendments To see proposed rule amendments and submit comments, click on this link to: http://www.utcourts.gov/resources/rules/comments/. Then click on the rule number. How to submit comments You can comment and view the comments of others by clicking on the "comments" link associated with each body of rules. It's more efficient for us if you submit comments through the website, and we encourage you to do so. After clicking on the comment link, you will be prompted for your name, which we request, and your email address and URL, which are optional. This is a public site. If you do not want to disclose your email address, omit it. Time does not permit us to acknowledge comments, but all will be considered. Submit comments directly through the website or to: Tim Shea Email: tims@email.utcourts.gov Please include the comment in the message text, not in an attachment. Fax: 801-578-3843 Administrative Office of the Courts POB 140241 Salt Lake City, Utah 84114-0241 One method of submitting a comment is sufficient. ]]> tag:webster.utahbar.org,2008:/news//1.1164 2008-04-07T16:17:57Z 2008-04-07T16:22:03Z

MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT V. LOWRY SNOW Bar Elections Utah State Bar elections are in full swing. We will choose a President-elect and three Third District representatives in the coming weeks. Running for President-elect are: Stephen W. Owens and Scott R....

BlogStaff www.utahbar.org MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT V. LOWRY SNOW Bar Elections Utah State Bar elections are in full swing. We will choose a President-elect and three Third District representatives in the coming weeks. Running for President-elect are: Stephen W. Owens and Scott R. Sabey. Seeking to represent those in the Third District are: Su Chon, Laurie Gilliland, James D. Gilson, Lori W. Nelson, Margaret Plane, Rodney G. Snow and Rusty Vetter. We want to thank the fine attorneys who are willing to balance their work load with service to our Bar. The vitality of the Bar and our success in fulfilling our mission is dependent upon concerned and qualified volunteers like these candidates who are willing to devote their time and energy. Read the candidates’ statements at: http://www.utahbar.org/elections/Welcome.html]]> April 2008 E-News * LAW DAY EVENTS * NEW PROFESSIONALISM COUNSELING PROGRAM * COURTHOUSE CONSTRUCTION * ANNUAL AWARDS LAW DAY EVENTS On May 1st, 2008, the Young Lawyers Division will again sponsor the annual Law Day Luncheon to be held at the Little America in Salt Lake City at 12:00 noon. The keynote speaker will be the Honorable Michael McConnell of the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals. Please R.S.V.P. at: http://www.utahbar.org/sections/yld/assets/law_luncheon.pdf The Young Lawyers Division Wills for Heroes program that helps emergency first responders and their families will be provided May 2nd from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the main UTA Office located at 3600 South 700 West in Salt Lake City. Utah attorneys will meet with the police officers to create free wills, living wills and other estate planning documents. For more information, visit: http://www.utahbar.org/sections/yld/willsforheroes/Welcome.html The 2008 Law Day 5K Walk & Run is scheduled for May 3, 2008 at the University of Utah S.J. Quinney School of Law. The run is a casual day of fun for the legal community and their families. Celebrate our system of justice while helping raise money for civil legal aid programs in Utah. Register at: http://www.andjusticeforall.org/lawday2.html NEW PROFESSIONALISM COUNSELING PROGRAM - The Utah Supreme Court has created a professionalism counseling program for members of the Utah State Bar effective April 1, 2008. The Supreme Court has appointed Thomas Berggren, Hon. William B. Bohling, Robert S. Clark, Ellen Maycock, and Gayle F. McKeachnie to serve on the professionalism counseling board. Mr. Clark will chair the board. View Standing Order No. 7 at the following link: http://www.utcourts.gov/resources/rules/urap/Supctso.htm#7 COURTHOUSE CONSTRUCTION - The building entrances of the Scott M. Matheson Courthouse, located at 450 South State Street are being reconstructed. The construction will result in security enhancements as well as improved traffic flow. Construction is scheduled during the evenings and weekends to minimize delays; however, court users are encouraged to plan extra time when coming to the courthouse. Construction to the west entrance began on March 17 and is scheduled to be completed by April 8. The east entrance construction will begin on March 31 and is expected to be finished by May 22. View the enhancement plans at: http://www.utcourts.gov/bulletin/#Entrance ANNUAL AWARDS - The Board of Bar Commissioners is seeking nominations for the 2008 Annual Convention Awards. These awards have a long history of honoring publicly those whose professionalism, public service and personal dedication have significantly enhanced the administration of justice, the delivery of legal services and the building up of the profession. Your award nominations must be submitted in writing to Christy Abad, Executive Secretary, 645 South 200 East, Suite 310, Salt Lake City, UT 84111, no later than Friday, April 18, 2008. The award categories include Judge of the Year, Distinguished Lawyer of the Year and Distinguished Section/Committee of the year. A list of past award recipients can be viewed at: http://www.utahbar.org/members/awards_recipients.html "I have a question or comment for the Bar President" - President@utahbar.org ]]> tag:webster.utahbar.org,2008:/news//1.1162 2008-04-04T15:22:44Z 2008-04-04T15:26:04Z

SUNSHINE AWARDS - The Utah Headliners Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists recognized the achievements of individuals who have helped promote access to government. Among those selected for awards were Attorney General Mark Shurtleff; and lawyers Jeff Hunt, Michael...

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Salt Lake City, Utah—The Utah Court of Appeals will hold a special session in Tooele on April 11 at 10:00 a.m. The court will hear oral arguments at the Gordon R. Hall Courthouse, 74 South 100 East, courtroom 21. This...

BlogStaff www.utahbar.org Salt Lake City, Utah—The Utah Court of Appeals will hold a special session in Tooele on April 11 at 10:00 a.m. The court will hear oral arguments at the Gordon R. Hall Courthouse, 74 South 100 East, courtroom 21. This is the first time the Court of Appeals has held court in Tooele. www.utcourts.gov/courts. ]]> tag:webster.utahbar.org,2008:/news//1.1103 2008-03-25T10:36:55Z 2008-03-26T11:20:43Z

Loa, UT---A panel of judges is scheduled to meet on Thursday, May 8, 2008 to hear testimony to determine if reasonable cause exists to call a grand jury. The meeting will take place in the Wayne County Courthouse, 18 South...

BlogStaff www.utahbar.org Loa, UT---A panel of judges is scheduled to meet on Thursday, May 8, 2008 to hear testimony to determine if reasonable cause exists to call a grand jury. The meeting will take place in the Wayne County Courthouse, 18 South Main Street. Those wanting to testify before the panel of judges should contact District Court Administrator Debra Moore at (801) 578-3800 by April 15, 2008 to schedule an appointment. Individuals testifying must be prepared to give evidence to support claims that justify calling a grand jury. Controversies between individual parties will not be considered. Individuals who need special accommodations during the hearing must notify Ms. Moore at least three business days prior to the hearing. Utah’s Grand Jury Statute requires a panel of judges selected from throughout the state to hold hearings in each judicial district every three years. The purpose of the hearings is to determine if a grand jury needs to be summoned based on evidence of criminal activity. The Grand Jury Panel is comprised of the following judges: Supervising Judge A. Lynn Payne, Eighth District Court; Judge Terry L. Christiansen, Third District Court; Judge Steven L. Hansen, Fourth District Court; Judge Sandra N. Peuler, Third District Court; and Judge W. Brent West, Second District Court. The Attorney General, a county attorney, district attorney, or special prosecutor appointed under U.C.A. 77-10a-1 can also present evidence if it is based on criminal activity. The panel of judges will hear, in secret, all persons claiming information that justifies calling a grand jury. All individuals appearing before the panel of judges will be placed under oath. If a grand jury is summoned, the jurors will be called from the state-at-large or any judicial district within the state.