Two more felony sexual assault charges have been brought against a Sitka physician, bringing the total now to 13.
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Judge rejects claim that attorneys botched trial in Tenakee Springs homicide case
James Harmon, convicted of murder and sexual assault in 2005, claimed inadequate or insufficient representation by public defenders. But a judge recently wrote that Harmon failed to prove any of his claims.
Former Ketchikan teacher pleads guilty to sexual abuse of minor, gets six years
A former Ketchikan High School teacher pleaded guilty Wednesday to sexual abuse of a minor through a plea agreement that calls for him to serve six years in jail.
Gov. Walker picks Valdez judge for Juneau bench
District Court Judge Daniel Schally of Valdez previously served as an assistant district attorney for Southeast Alaska. Three other judges were also appointed to fill court vacancies.
Willoughby nominated again for Juneau Superior Court vacancy
Gov. Bill Walker initially selected attorney Julie Willoughby for a previous vacancy in July. But he rescinded his appointment in a controversy over Willoughby’s writings for her client in a sexual abuse case.
Judicial panel nominate two Juneau attorneys as next judge
The Alaska Judicial Council nominated Amy Gurton Mead and Julie Willoughby as the best qualified candidates to succeed Juneau Superior Court Judge Louis Menendez. Gov. Bill Walker has less than 45 days to make a selection.
Sitka lawyer appointed as judge, vetting of applicants for Juneau bench underway
Public defender Jude Pate selected by Gov. Bill Walker to succeed retiring Sitka Superior Court Judge David George. Ten lawyers have applied to succeed retiring Juneau Superior Court Judge Louis Menendez.
Convicted murderer of Tenakee Springs woman seeks review of his case
James Harmon is serving a 72 year prison sentence for Maggie Wigen’s murder, two instances of sexual assault, and taking $100 bills that belonged to her.
Q&A: Legislative aide lobbied for amendment that could benefit son in sex crime case
KTUU is reporting that a local legislative aide tried to affect a state law in a way that would benefit his son, who state prosecutors said sexually abused a 12-year-old girl when he was 18. KTUU reporter Austin Baird discusses the story.
Three nominated to succeed retiring Juneau Judge Levy
The Alaska Judicial Council nominated Michael Franciosi of Glennallen, and Kirsten Swanson and Julie Willoughby, both of Juneau.