INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (WOWO): Following Justice Brent Dickson’s announcement Wednesday afternoon, that he plans to step down as Chief Justice of Indiana later this year, Governor Mike Pence issued the following statement.

“Chief Justice Dickson has served our state well for the last two years as the head of our state’s highest court, and has brought his outstanding legal expertise and practical judgment to bear throughout his 28 years as a member of the court.  I know him to be a man of great faith, and I applaud his long-standing commitment to public service in the legal system and look forward to his continued wisdom as he remains on the court.”