The Second Judicial Circuit is honored to recognize Associate Judge Mark L. Shaner in his retirement this month from the judiciary. Judge Shaner began his judicial career when he was appointed to the bench on March 2, 2005. His last date of service was December 15, 2023. During his tenure, he presided over cases throughout the Second Circuit. Judge Shaner was known for his commitment to the Second Judicial Circuit’s drug courts and he also served as a New Judge Mentor providing guidance and support to new judges in their first years of service.

Second Circuit Chief Judge Melissa Morgan stated, "Judge Shaner has served the Second Circuit for over 18 years, leading by example with his outstanding dedication to the administration of justice. The Judges of the Second Circuit are honored to have served alongside him and we congratulate him on his retirement.” The Second Judicial Circuit is comprised of the counties of Crawford, Edwards, Franklin, Gallatin, Hamilton, Hardin, Jefferson, Lawrence, Richland, Wabash, Wayne, and White