(A) The judge shall have all powers outlined in IC 33-35-2-1, including adopting rules for conducting the business of the Court. The judge has all power incident to a court of record in relation to the attendance of witnesses, the punishment of contempt, the enforcement of its orders, and the issuing of commissions to take depositions in cases pending in the Court. The judge may administer oaths and give all necessary certificates for the authentication of the records and proceedings.
(B) If the judge is temporarily unable to act, he or she shall appoint a reputable practicing attorney to preside in his or her absence. The special judge shall have all the powers and rights, and shall perform all the duties, of the judge of the Court as fully as the regular judge appointing the special judge.
(Ord. 2018-10, passed 10-8-18)