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Together, we advance just, free & safe communities

For over 50 years, the National Center for State Courts has provided trusted advice and proven solutions to our courts. Our work improves justice and supports healthier and more sustainable communities worldwide.

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Our mission

We drive innovation & progress in courts & justice systems

We bring together a community of individuals, leaders, ideas, experiences, knowledge, and perspectives. Together we move courts and communities forward. 

Trusted leadership. Proven solutions. Better courts.

Courts trust us with the ideas, inspiration, and leadership required to impact the justice system.

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Our values

We uphold the values of our courts

We believe in the rule of law, equal justice, judicial independence, accountability, and excellence.

Our impact

67M

cases filed in state courts in 2023.

30K

judges provide fair & impartial justice in the United States.

98%

of U.S. cases are handled in state courts. 

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Our community

We are part of something bigger

Our community builds the competence and confidence in the rule of law. Explore our work in AI, jury studies, court data, and community-focused initiatives. 

Put our skills to work

Want to talk to one of our experts in court administration? Contact us to learn how we can help your court.