Courts & accommodations for users with disabilities

Ensuring that people with disabilities can use the court system assists all court users, protects important rights, and improves public trust and confidence. Access for court users with disabilities requires communication, thoughtful approaches, and a solid understanding of legal obligations.

This webinar explores how courts implement accommodations tailored to the diverse needs of individuals with disabilities. We discuss how courts can handle accommodation requests and provide guidance on best practices for making informed decisions that enhance accessibility. To enrich the learning experience, we will also use hypotheticals to illustrate real-world scenarios, and the decision-making processes involved.

Moderator:

• Danielle Elyce Hirsch, managing director, NCSC

Panelists:

• Grace Spulak, principal court management consultant, NCSC
• Pamela Ortiz, director of access to justice, Maryland Judicial Branch
• Warren E. Hedges, fair practices officer, Maryland Judicial Branch

For more information, email Miguel Trujillo.