Several judges from the 17th Circuit joined members of the Broward County Bar
Association today to take a photograph sporting ugly sweaters and festive shirts to
celebrate the holiday season.

The Honorable Elaine A. Carbuccia was lauded by the Cuban American Bar Association at their Annual Member Awards Reception on Friday, December 15, 2023.

Judge Carbuccia was selected as the Judge of the Year and was presented with a plaque to memorialize this recognition.

The Honorable Robert F. Diaz swore in new student member Karla Garcia to the Broward
County Hispanic Bar Association in his courtroom on Monday, December 18, 2023.

Judge Diaz welcomed friends and family to attend the ceremony and share this memorable
occasion with the BCHBA’s newest member.

The Broward County Hispanic Bar Association joined the 17th Circuit to host a Holiday Drive for
Teenagers on Wednesday, December 13, 2023.

Several teenagers from group homes received generous holiday packages that were created
from gifts provided by donors and sponsors of the event. Live music was provided from Judge
Diaz and friends, along with food and holiday pastries for all to enjoy.

Judge Melinda Brown held her annual holiday party at the 17th Circuit courthouse on
December, 8, 2023.

Staff from various departments in the courthouse came to Judge Brown’s gathering and
enjoyed great food, great company, and were able to join in on a few holiday carols sung by
staff from the Court Reporting department.

Several judges and judicial staff from the fifth floor of the North Wing of the 17th Judicial
Courthouse gathered for a holiday potluck party on Wednesday, December 14, 2023.