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New Judge Investitures

Judge Jason J. Hammes
The formal investiture ceremony for Judge Jason J. Hammes was held on Friday, March 14, at the Burleigh County Courthouse.
Judge Hammes, left, was presented with a gavel by SBAND Board of Governors representative Zack Pelham, right.
Judge Hammes, left, was sworn in by Chief Justice Jon J. Jensen, right.
Judge Ryan J. Younggren
The investiture ceremony for Judge Ryan J. Younggren was held on Friday, March 7, at the Cass County Courthouse.
Judge Younggren, right, was sworn in by Chief Justice Jon J. Jensen, left.
Judge Younggren addressed those in attendance at his investiture.
Judge Younggren, center, was joined by his family at his investiture.
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