A "heart-first" judge, Willamette panel discusses Trump
Good evening, Salem.
If you’ve ever gone to Marion County Justice Court for a traffic violation, a civil dispute or a wedding, you probably met Justice of the Peace Justin Kidd.
Kidd has been a judge since 2021 and has made it his mission to make court a more accessible and comfortable experience for people. Salem Reporter spoke with Kidd about his journey to becoming a judge and how he carries empathy in his everyday work.
People entering court may feel intimidated by the setting or nervous about the reason they’re there, but Kidd tries to put people’s minds at ease and help them through obstacles in the justice system.
The “heart-first judge” shared several stories from his time in Marion County, including starting people’s recovery journeys, teaching Salem-Keizer students and helping immigrants get their driver’s licenses. Read more below.
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