Resources for courts

Identifying feasible and meaningful statewide measures to assess programs serving young adults in the justice system with local models that vary in structure, resources, and approach.

Discover how civil fee waivers can remove financial barriers to court participation. "Civil Fee Waivers: National Trends and Best Practices" provides an overview of how courts administer fee waivers, including eligibility standards, proof requirements, and decision-making authority. The report also covers best practices, provides examples of existing applications, and offers implementation tips.

National Open Court Data Standards (NODS) provides a set of logical and technical standards that define how courts collect and share information — making it easier to respond to data requests, gauge internal performance, and avoid misinterpretation.

When concerns or complaints arise about the well-being of individuals under guardianship or conservatorship, courts need a clear, effective response to protect vulnerable individuals and maintain public trust.

Additional guidance is needed to address the significant increase in mental health treatment courts across the United States and the realities of serving individuals with serious mental illness.

This guidance reviews all necessary considerations for juries in high-profile cases, and complements our other high-profile case management recommendations.