Upcoming #Webinar! Landmark SCOTUS Decisions: The Impact of the 21-376 Haaland v. Brackeen SCOTUS decision on Native American Families Webinar When? Thursday, February 22nd, 2024, at 3:00PM EST. This NACM – National Association for Court Management presentation will provide a brief historical context of the Indian Child Welfare Act, the points considered in Haaland v. Brackeen, …
Read MoreIAALS, the Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System at the University of Denver, and The Chicago Bar Foundation (CBF) are excited to partner on this critically urgent project. An important addition to the national access to justice landscape, the Above the Line Network (ATLN) has just launched to tackle the daunting challenges that …
Read MoreUpcoming Webinar! Breaking Barriers: Inclusive Communication for People with Disabilities in Court. When? Wednesday, January 31st, 2024, at 12:00PM EST. Clear and accessible communication is fundamental to ensure that everyone can fully participate in the court process. People with disabilities are no exception and have a right to effective communication – meaning that whatever is …
Read MoreAn estimated 14.4% of Americans are summoned for jury duty, and approximately 11 million individuals report for jury service every year. In their new policy paper, Citizens on Call: Responding to the Needs of 21st Century Jurors, the Conference of State Court Administrators (COSCA) reinforces the importance of jury service by issuing a call to action …
Read MoreChatbots can be an effective tool for improving access to services and efficiency in court operations. In NCSC’s new guide, Court Chatbots: How to Build a Great Chatbot for Your Court’s Website, our team explains how this computer software works and explores ways courts can use them to expand access. “We know chatbots can provide great …
Read MoreJanuary is #NationalHumanTraffickingPreventionMonth. An opportunity to educate your community about the crime and highlight support services for those who have experienced it. State Justice Institute addresses the impact of federal and state human trafficking laws on the state courts, and the challenges faced by state courts in dealing with cases involving trafficking victims and their families. These efforts …
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