Judge Nathan Verkamp Named 2026 IACCAC Community Corrections Advisory Board Member of the Year

Judge Verkamp has served on the Dubois County Community Corrections Advisory Board for more than 20 years. During that time, he has served the Board in several capacities, including as a defense attorney, Circuit Court Judge, and President of the Dubois County Community Corrections Advisory Board. His longstanding commitment and involvement have provided the Board and Community Corrections staff with valuable insight from multiple perspectives within the criminal justice system. 

Community Corrections and Community Supervision agencies from across Indiana come together annually for the IACCAC Fall Conference for professional development, networking, and to support IACCAC's mission: “to promote and facilitate the professional identity, development, and enhancement of community-based supervision.” 

The Fall Conference also provides an opportunity to recognize individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment to the field. Award categories include Community Corrections Director of the Year, Community Corrections Advisory Board Member of the Year, Distinguished Service in Client Rehabilitation, Home Detention Staff Member of the Year, Residential/Work Release Staff Member of the Year, Outstanding Team Member of the Year, and Innovative Service Award in Support of Evidence-Based Practices. 

The Community Corrections Advisory Board Member of the Year Award recognizes an individual who demonstrates an exceptional commitment to their local Community Corrections Board through their time, talents, and unique expertise. The award recognizes a Board member who has consistently gone above and beyond or who has made a significant contribution that has increased understanding and support of the mission of community corrections or provided meaningful support to agency staff. 

Judge Verkamp's nomination highlighted not only his active participation and expertise during Board meetings, but also his personal commitment to the staff of Dubois County Community Corrections. He routinely stops by the office to check on staff, ask how things are going, and see if there is anything he can do to assist. His continued accessibility and willingness to support the agency have made a lasting impact. 

Judge Verkamp will be formally recognized at the IACCAC Fall Conference awards luncheon this November in Muncie, Indiana.