Michigan Legislative Black Caucus to offer resolution honoring Judge Damon J. Keith
The Michigan Legislative Black Caucus announced Thursday that they will sponsor a resolution to the Michigan Legislature to honor the late Judge Damon J. Keith, as they join the world in mourning the iconic jurist’s death.
The MLBC said in a statement that it “remembers Judge Keith not only for his amazing legal acumen, but also for his kind, generous and philanthropic spirit, civil rights activism and servings as a role model for our community.”
“Judge Keith not only spoke to us through his legal opinions,” Rep. Sheldon A. Neeley, MLBC chairman said. “He used his influence and hard-earned respect to help thousands of others through both charitable and philanthropic efforts.
‘For decades, Judge Keith issued opinions that spoke to the very heart of important constitutional rights, and always took a position that upheld the civil liberties guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution but sometimes ignored by both public and private entities, “Neeley added.
Rep. Leslie Love, MLBC executive vice chair, added, “While we mourn the loss of our beloved Judge Damon J. Keith, an iconic trailblazer and champion of civil rights and civil liberties, his indelible legacy of courage, compassion and justice will live on. This prominent Detroiter changed the social and legal landscape of this nation. He stood up to — and fought against — racial bigotry and set an example of integrity and pride in self for all to model. He was a standard barrier for ‘equal justice under the law’ and America is better because of his contributions.”
36th District Court celebrates National Drug Court Month with free events
The 36th District Court announced Thursday that in addition to the 21st Annual Drug and Veterans Treatment Court Graduation Ceremony, a host of other free events are being offered to the public throughout the month of May to celebrate National Drug Court Month. The court’s community partners will be on site to answer questions and provide valuable information relating to substance abuse, including the City of Detroit Health Department, the Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority, and the Detroit Recovery Project.
This year alone, more than 150,000 individuals nationwide who entered the justice system due to addiction will receive lifesaving treatment and the chance to repair their lives, reconnect with their families and find long-term recovery.
“Treatment Courts across the nation will be celebrating National Drug Court Month in a similar fashion,” said Chief Judge Nancy M. Blount. “We are very proud of our Specialty Courts and grateful to our judges and staff for their dedication to these critical and often, life changing programs.”
“Treatment Courts work and make sense on so many levels,” stated Court Administrator Kelli Moore Owen. “ We are so excited to celebrate this month and offer members of the public assistance with addiction and recovery.”
For more information and details on the schedule of free events being hosted, visit the court’s website at http://www.36thdistrictcourt.org.
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