Commission seeks applications for Havre judgeship

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Story Published: Sep 3, 2010 at 5:00 AM MST

Story Updated: Sep 3, 2010 at 5:00 AM MST

HELENA, Mont. (AP) — The Judicial Nomination Commission is seeking applications from attorneys seeking to fill the post of District Court judge in Havre.

David Rice is retiring as 12th Judicial District judge on Nov. 30. Gov. Brian Schweitzer will appoint a judge to serve the remainder of Rice's term, which expires on Dec. 31, 2012.

The commission is accepting applications through Oct. 4. The commission will announce the names of the applicants and accept public comment through Nov. 4.

The commission will review the applications and public comments and interview several candidates before forwarding the names of three to five nominees to Schweitzer.

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