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Kansas Supreme Court judge invites public to recognize, celebrate Constitution Day

September 19, 2023

Kansas Supreme Court judge invites public to recognize, celebrate Constitution Day

In honor of a historical moment in U.S. history, a Kansas Chief Justice offered the public a chance to celebrate the occasion known as Constitution Day.

Sunday, Sept. 17, marks the signing of the United States Constitution. In recognition of that day, Chief Justice Marla Luckert of the Kansas Supreme Court Invited the members of the judicial branch, the legal community, and the public to enjoy a reception at the Kansas Judicial Center atrium that includes a reading of the U.S. Constitution.

“As chief justice of the Kansas Supreme Court, it is my honor to interpret the Constitution when a case is before our court,” Chief Justice Luckert said. “I believe it is [the] responsibility of all Americans to know and understand our Constitution. Knowledge is power. When we increase our knowledge of the Constitution, we increase our ability to stand up for our rights and dreams.”

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