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Time of India
03-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
16-year-old Henry Buckley becomes the US' youngest male judge, recognised by Guinness World Records
Source: Guinness World Records In an incredible achievement for American civic engagement, 16-year-old Henry Buckley of Hingham, Massachusetts, has officially been declared the United States' youngest male judge. Sworn in as a Justice of the Peace only three days after turning 16 years old, Henry now stands on a record-breaking achievement certified by Guinness World Records . His success is both legally valid and symbolically potent, proving that age does not represent a bar to public service when approached with dedication and talent. US declared Henry Buckley as 'youngest male judge' at 16 One of the main reasons Henry's appointment was possible is Massachusetts's liberal legislation. In contrast to most states with stringent age requirements for public office, Massachusetts has no minimum age requirement for the position of Justice of the Peace. The major requirements are simple: the candidate must be a registered voter, be a resident of the commonwealth, and there has to be a vacancy. Henry, who fit all of these qualifications, jumped at the chance and went through a formal selection process, even though he was years younger than the average appointee. Henry's passion for public service was ignited early in life. Raised in a politically active family, he was close to his grandfather, a well-respected lawyer involved in state politics. But it wasn't only living individuals that influenced him. "I was inspired by The Andy Griffith Show. Andy Taylor was Sheriff and Justice of the Peace, and I wanted to replicate that in my own community," Henry explained to Guinness World Records. This combination of real-life and TV role models gave him a sense of responsibility and the motivation to make concrete contributions to his community. How Henry secured his Justice of the Peace role Although his age was a surprise, Henry's professionalism and determination impressed his community and state leaders. To be considered, he: Gathered four signatures for his application. Obtained a letter of reference from a respected member of his community. Turned in the completed application to the Office of the Governor. His appointment was subsequently ratified by Governor Maura T. Healey and referred to the Governor's Council, which approved his appointment unanimously. Once commissioned, he took oath and officially became a Justice of the Peace. Duties and responsibilities of a Massachusetts Justice of the Peace Massachusetts Justices of the Peace hold office for seven years, with the following duties: Notarizing legal documents Conducting civil marriages Taking depositions Maintaining public peace (if required) Although Henry was never called on to serve in law enforcement, his work was anything but ceremonial. He served purposefully by notarizing papers and even co-writing a Justice of the Peace guide utilized across the state. "I was under legal obligation to enforce public peace legislation," he said, "but I was never in a position to be forced into active enforcement." Henry's impact extends beyond his judicial role Henry's civic involvement went beyond the call of obligation. While in office, he testified in the Massachusetts state legislature regarding mental health reform and voting rights for children, topics he cares deeply about. His work as an advocate is part of a larger dedication to the public good and the rights of young voices in government. Even though Henry resigned from his seat in February to seek out wider opportunities, he is unwavering in his commitment to public service. He will pursue law school, following the course of leadership and activism that he set at age 16. "It's not just a title – to be a Justice of the Peace is an opportunity to lead and make a difference," he stated. "At a young age, I showed that our generation has what it takes to do big things. " Also Read | World's richest family 'The Waltons' wealth surpasses the GDP of Greece, Hungary and Iran
Hindustan Times
03-06-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
Meet the Massachusetts teen who made history as youngest male judge in the US at 16: ‘People have trouble believing'
In a historic achievement that has inspired many, a teenager from Hingham, Massachusetts, became the youngest male judge in the United States. At just 16 years and three days old, Henry Buckley was sworn in as a Justice of the Peace, serving alongside officials more than twice his age, reported Guinness World Records. 'People still have trouble believing me when I tell them that I was a Justice of the Peace, which is understandable,' Henry told Guinness World Records. The high school student, passionate about public service, was not deterred by his age. Henry had been politically inclined from an early age, influenced by his grandfather, a well-known attorney active in Massachusetts politics. His other major inspiration came from television. 'In the show, the main character, Andy Taylor, is the town's beloved Sheriff and Justice of the Peace, and I wanted to play a similar role in my town, Hingham,' he shared, referring to The Andy Griffith Show. Though the journey to becoming a Justice of the Peace is complex, Massachusetts law places no age restriction on the position. Candidates must simply be registered voters and residents of the commonwealth, and a vacancy must exist. Henry met all the requirements, and after a detailed process, his appointment was confirmed. 'After getting four signatures on an application and a reference letter from a member of my community, I submitted my application to the Governor's Office where it would be vetted,' he said. 'Governor Maura T. Healey then nominated me, and my application was sent to the Governor's Council where I was unanimously confirmed. After I received my commission, I was sworn in and formally became a Justice of the Peace.' Justice of the Peace appointees typically serve for seven years, performing a range of duties such as notarizing documents, conducting marriages, taking depositions, and even maintaining public order if required. 'Although I was never called upon to take bail or hear criminal complaints, it was within my purview,' Henry explained. 'I did, however, notarize documents and helped to publish a JP handbook that is used statewide. Since a JP is a type of law enforcement officer, called a 'conservator of the peace', I was legally bound to enforce public peace laws, but I was never put in a situation that required me to 'keep the peace'.' His commitment extended beyond administrative tasks. Henry testified before the Massachusetts legislature on youth voting rights and mental health reform, issues he deeply cares about. Also read: CEO shares deceptively simple interview question he's asked for 15 years: 'Apple or Android?' Though he stepped down from his role in February to explore other public service avenues, Henry remains dedicated to his community and aims to attend law school. 'Being a Justice of the Peace means that you're a leading figure in your community. The title comes with weight and that influence can be used to harness meaningful change,' he said. 'As a young person, I was able to prove that we, the up and coming generation, can do anything.'
Glasgow Times
02-06-2025
- Glasgow Times
Former Celtic star has court case thrown out by prosecutors
Court papers stated Furuhashi drove at 44 miles per hour in a 30-mile-per-hour zone during the first alleged matter. He was then accused of driving at 43 miles per hour on the same road the next day. Lastly, Furuhashi was said to have gone at the same speed four days later. READ NEXT: Drunk driver reached 105mph during police chase over Erskine Bridge Furuhashi, who is now with French outfit Rennes, was initially on the rolls for a hearing at Glasgow's Justice of the Peace court. Furuhashi himself was not present.
The Herald Scotland
01-06-2025
- The Herald Scotland
Former Celtic star Kyogo Furuhashi sees speeding charges thrown out
Court papers stated Furuhashi drove at 44 miles per hour in a 30-limit zone during the first alleged matter. He was then accused of driving at 43 miles per hour on the same road the next day. Read More: Lastly, Furuhashi was said to have gone at the same speed four days later. Furuhashi, who is now with French outfit Rennes, was initially on the rolls for a hearing at Glasgow's Justice of the Peace court. Furuhashi himself was not present. However, prosecutors decided to treat the matter as "not called." A Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service spokesperson said: "The Procurator Fiscal received a report relating to a 29-year-old male and an incident said to have occurred on 03 October 2024. 'After careful consideration of the facts and circumstances of the case, including the available admissible evidence, the Procurator Fiscal decided that there should be no further proceedings at this time. "The Crown reserves the right to proceed in the future should further evidence become available."
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
EPPD: Over 60 people arrested, nearly 200 citations issued over Memorial Day weekend
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The El Paso Police Department and other local agencies arrested over 60 people and issued nearly 200 citations over Memorial Day weekend. Police say they conducted 42 arrests for driving while intoxicated, including the following: 30 people were arrested for driving while intoxicated One person was arrested for driving while intoxicated with an open alcohol container Two people were arrested for driving while intoxicated with a child under 15 Five people were arrested for driving while intoxicated with a blood alchool concentration greater than 0.15 One person was arrested for a felony DWI Three minors were arrested for driving under the influence There were also nine drug-related arrests over the weekend. Six people were arrested for possession of a controlled substance, and three people were arrested for possession of marijuana. There were also 11 felony warrant arrests conducted, and eight people were arrested by on Justice of the Peace warrants. Three Class C misdemeanor arrests were also issued. Two minors were arrested for possession of tobacco, and one minor was arrested for consuming alcohol. Another arrest was conducted for criminal mischief. A total of 191 citations were issued, police said. 'The operation focused on impaired driving, drug offenses, and outstanding warrants — the initiative aimed to enhance public safety and reduce impaired driving incidents ahead of the summer season. No traffic-related fatalities occurred during this time frame,' the Police Department said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
