However, the bill is currently stalled in Congress because Kentucky Senator Rand Paul wants it to include lawmakers. That tragic incident led to legislation that would protect federal judges and their families’ personal information from being posted on the internet. Two years ago, a disgruntled man shot and killed a New Jersey judge’s son after finding the judge’s personal information online. Evers responds to killing of judge in Juneau County Evers, McConnell, Whitmer on Wisconsin gunman's list.
Community grieving the death of former Judge John Roemer following murder.“This is an incredibly troubling event and I expect that judges, but also public officials in lots of other capacities, are going to be looking at this and assessing whether that means there should be any changes,” said Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul.Īttorney General Kaul said it’s time to revisit the protective measures Wisconsin has in place for judges and public officials after a recent uptick in attacks. Deputies also staff the building and courtrooms that are in use, but whether judges can stay safe in their own homes is now in question. The Milwaukee County Courthouse requires everyone who enters to go through metal detectors. Judges are well protected inside their workplaces with several layers of security. MILWAUKEE - Milwaukee County’s chief judge says the killing of retired Juneau County Judge John Roemer shows the need to improve security for judges and court commissioners.