Indiana Supreme Court
The Indiana Supreme Court, established by Article 7 of the Indiana Constitution, is the highest judicial authority in the state of Indiana. Located in Indianapolis, the Court's chambers are in the north wing of the Indiana Statehouse.
| Indiana Supreme Court | |
|---|---|
Seal of the Supreme Court of Indiana | |
| 39°46′07.1″N 86°09′45.4″W | |
| Established | 1816 |
| Jurisdiction | Indiana United States |
| Location | Indiana Statehouse, Indianapolis, Indiana |
| Coordinates | 39°46′07.1″N 86°09′45.4″W |
| Motto | Latin: Supremum Jus Lege Suprema Justice exists where the law is supreme |
| Composition method | Retention election |
| Authorized by | Indiana Constitution |
| Appeals to | Supreme Court of the United States |
| Judge term length | 10 years |
| Number of positions | 5 |
| Website | Official website |
| Chief Justice of Indiana | |
| Currently | Loretta Rush |
| Since | August 18, 2014 |
| Lead position ends | August 18, 2024 |
| Jurist term ends | December 31, 2024 |
In December 1816, the Indiana Supreme Court succeeded the General Court of the Indiana Territory as the state's high court. During its long history the Court has heard a number of high-profile cases, including Lasselle v. State (1820). Originally begun as a three-member judicial panel, the Court underwent major reforms in 1852 and 1971, as well as several other reorganizations. Court reforms led to a majority of Supreme Court cases being delegated to lower courts, an enlarged panel of justices, and employment of a large staff to assist as its caseload increases.