Judge Randin Roland presided over the swearing-in ceremony of Joan Hansen as Clerk Magistrate of Deuel County Court in Chappell on April 30, 2019. Her position is a combined clerk position where she also serves as ex officio Clerk of the District Court.

Hansen and fellow Clerk Magistrate Jonna Jasnoch (Garden County) are the first magistrates responsible for both the county and district courts in the 12th Judicial District. They work under the general direction of County Court Judge Randin Roland and provide support to District Court Judge Derek Weimer. The magistrates are responsible for providing public service and managing the records, finances, and general operation of the courts. They will work with the administrative office of the courts to identify and implement improved efficiencies in the combined county and district court offices.

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Photo: State Court Administrator Corey Steel and Supreme Court Justice John Freudenberg lead applause following Joan Hansen’s oath of office ceremony.