District Court Judge

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District Court Judge

Duties: Under the administrative direction of the Chief Justice of the Navajo Nation Judicial Branch, shall perform work of unusual difficulty in presiding over civil, criminal and family court cases; provides policy direction and guidance in the operation of the Judicial District; performs related duties as assigned. Hears and decides cases within the jurisdiction of the Navajo Nation courts, including but limited to evidentiary hearings, motions writs and trials; issues search and arrest warrants; hears the facts and interprets and applies applicable statutes, rules, ordinances, and case law; performs legal research; adheres to case management policies; renders orders and judgments on cases heard before the court. Provides policy guidance in resolving administrative, operational and related managerial issues; assures compliance with consent decree establishing health and safety standards for the Nation's detention facilities; provides legal education and information on works of the Navajo Nation Courts to the public and other governmental entities including state and federal governments; conduct ministerial duties not limited to the oath of office; may serve on Navajo Nation court-related projects for purpose of improving the quality of justice.

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Navajo Nation Judicial Branch
Box 520
Window Rock
Arizona
United States 86515
Website : http://www.navajo.org