Residents witness inner workings of JP system

Pilot program meant to inform community

Justice of the Peace Judge Evelyn McLean, center, explains to participants what cases they are going to observe during the first Judge for a Day program for Precinct 3, August 6. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.
Justice of the Peace Judge Evelyn McLean, center, explains to participants what cases they are going to observe during the first Judge for a Day program for Precinct 3, August 6. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

There are many different facets of government. From the state legislature to city council meetings, even the most informed resident can learn something new. 

That’s why Justice of the Peace Judge Evelyn McLean of Precinct 3 began the “Judge for a Day” shadowing program August 5-6. 

“I want to be transparent with the public we serve, and then engage with the public we serve,” Judge McLean s…