Casias-Newton Justice Center Dedication
Friday - May 20, 2022 by Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Judge Scott Moore introduces former Chief Judge and Tribal Chairman Pearl Casias as one of the two Ute women being recognized in a dedication ceremony to acknowledge the renaming of the Justice Building to the Casias-Newton Justice Center, Monday, May 16.
Former Chief Judge and Tribal Chairman Pearl Casias shares a moment with her great-grandson, Matthew Carrillo during the Casias-Newton Justice Center dedication ceremony.
Pearl Casias called upon the Tribal Court to recognize former Judge pro tem, David West for his years of dedicated service to the Southern Ute and Ute Mountain Ute Indian Tribes. Judge Moore and Casias wrapped West in a Pendleton Blanket, a gesture of gratitude.
Families of Pearl Casias and the late, Chief Judge Elaine Newton stand together on the steps of the newly renamed Casias-Newton Justice Center. Southern Ute Executive Officer, Mike "James" Olguin spoke on behalf of his sister Elaine, and the Newton family.
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wade Shockley | The Southern Ute Drum
Tribal Court hosted a dedication ceremony to acknowledge the renaming of the Justice Building, to honor two Chief Judges, Monday, May 16. Chairman Baker read a proclamation renaming the Tribal Justice Center to the Casias–Newton Justice Center. The proclamation notes the exceptional legacy of two renowned Ute women and Former Chief Justices: Chief Judge and former Chairman Pearl Casias and the late, Chief Judge Elaine Newton. A formal unveiling of the renamed Casias–Newton Justice Center will be announced at a later date.