In a rare move Monday, the Utah Judiciary issued a statement addressing threats 3rd District Judge Dianna Gibson has received in the days since she issued a ruling in the state’s court-ordered redistricting process , rejecting a congressional map proposed by the Republican-controlled Utah Legislature.

The statement addressed both the heated political reaction to the ruling, as well as threats of violence that Gibson has received in the wake of her decision.

“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 said. “We call on everyone to approach concerns involving the courts with civility, respect, and constructive dialogue.”

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