Utah’s top judicial officers made a rare public rebuke Monday against threats towards Utah 3rd District Judge Dianna Gibson, who recently threw out a map drawn by Republican legislators in the state’s yearslong redistricting lawsuit.

“Though the Utah Judiciary does not comment on the specifics of any threats made toward judges or court employees, we acknowledge that such incidents have recently occurred,” the statement issued Monday read. “We call on everyone to approach concerns involving the courts with civility, respect, and constructive dialogue.”

The statement on behalf of the Utah Judiciary was signed by Utah Supreme Court Chief Justice Matthew Durrant, as well as state court administrator Ronald B. Gordon, Jr. and deputy state court administrator Neira Siaperas.

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