Impact & innovation in the courts
Ideas and insights shaping the future of our courts and justice systems.
AI & the administration of justice
Generative AI (Gen AI) will propel the justice system into a new era. How justice leaders act in this moment will impact everything from court operations to public trust in the courts. Our experts lay out a framework to move us forward.
Trending issues
Alternative approaches to housing disputes
Over 3.5 million eviction cases are filed each year in state courts. Our Eviction Diversion Initiative has helped more than 20,000 landlords and tenants, with 89% of cases in diversion programs avoiding an eviction judgment.
Accessing record relief
Twenty to 30 million people in the U.S. are eligible for record relief, yet only 10-20% apply, and even fewer receive it. Our guide outlines practical steps courts can take to streamline record relief and expand access to justice.
Promoting fair, efficient pretrial practices
Courts are adopting pretrial reform to reduce costs of incarceration, decrease collateral costs and consequences of incarceration, and reduce inequities based on ability to pay. Our recommendations to help courts reduce negative impacts and improve community safety outcomes and public trust and confidence.
Designing the next generation of courts
What can you expect from the next generation of courts? Go inside our Court Innovation Lab to co-create, co-design, or just discover new and emerging court technologies.
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Innovations and ideas to strengthen courts.
AI software gives boost to diversion programs
The Court Diversion Eligibility Screener - Built by AAA applies AI to help court staff evaluate and triage cases while also automating the administration and management of those that are routed for diversion to help increase access to justice, preserve judicial resources, and streamline civil caseload management.
Artificial intelligence
Explore AI use cases, guidelines for courts, and engage in the AI implementers' forum. The TRI/NCSC AI Policy Consortium provides a platform for legal thinkers and tech enthusiasts to discuss AI's impact on the justice system.
Ethics
NCSC offers resources on ethics in court operations. Connect with experts like Shay Cleary for technology guidance and David J. Sachar for ethics queries.