Rules set for Johnson trial

For the safety of both participants in the trial of Jessie Johnson vs. the State of Wyoming and the general public, Sheriff Jeff Hodge will once again be enforcing rules pertaining to courtroom access.

These restrictions will also affect visitors to the Crook County courthouse and will be instituted for the duration of the trial.

The trial is set to begin on May 6 and could potentially last until the end of the week. During that time, Sheriff’s Office deputies will be screening all visitors wishing to sit in the courtroom gallery, while the area outside the courtroom will be blocked off...