"Violence in the Courtroom: Nevada Judge Returns to Work Amid Safety Protocol Review After Attack"

A recent attack on Clark County District Court Judge Mary Kay Holthus by a defendant in Las Vegas has brought attention to the increasing issue of violence against judges in the U.S. Experts cite a trend of lawlessness and a lack of accountability as contributing factors. High-profile cases of violence and threats against judges, both in and out of the courtroom, underscore the need for greater protections. The U.S. Marshals Service recorded around 4,500 threats against judges in 2022. The Daniel Anderl Judicial Security and Privacy Act was signed into law to protect judges' personal information, but further measures are being called for to ensure judicial safety.