Press Release  Five men and women took oath to become American citizens at Bristol Superior Court's third annual Naturalization Ceremony

Fall River — Two men and three women took an Oath of Allegiance to become American citizens Friday, October 23, at the third annual Bristol Superior Court Naturalization Ceremony at the Fall River Justice Center. This event culminated the Massachusetts Court System's 4th Annual Cultural Appreciation Week 2020 activities that took place across the state. During the week, court employees celebrate the rich culture and diversity in their courts and communities.

Fall River Clerk of Courts Marc Santos and Judge Karen Green presided over the ceremony. The men and women who took the oath and held small American flags hail from Cape Verde, Belarus, Egypt, the Bahamas, and the Philippines.

"Each of you is now an American. No one can ever take that away from you. As Americans, we share freedom. You're free to vote for whomever we choose and to speak freely on matters of local and national concern," Judge Green said.

“I am happy to become an American citizen. Today is one of the happiest days of my life,” said Alberto Santos.

In addition to the Naturalization Ceremony, Bristol Superior Court Probation is among  the more than 70 courts, court offices and departments, and Community Corrections Center hosting food and supply drives across the state to assist those struggling financially during the pandemic. Bristol Superior will donate non-perishable food to local charities.

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