Accessibility
Guiding courts in following legal requirements and creating accessible spaces where everyone can fully participate in the justice system.
Improving accessibility in the justice system
Accessibility means that a person with a disability can access information, services, or resources with the same amount of time, effort, and assistance as someone without a disability. This principle applies before a person with a disability comes to a resource, service, or structure, and it's something that is built-in to the resource, service, or structure at initiation.
Understanding how accessibility impacts courts
State courts have a responsibility to make their services, programs, and facilities accessible under state and federal law. Making sure that people with disabilities have access to the courts improves the court system for all court users and improves public trust and confidence in the courts.
Examples of accessible courts include:
- Courthouses designed with ramps, elevators, and other features to support mobility needs.
- Court websites and videos with captioning, screen-reader compatibility, and other digital accessibility features.
Expanding accessibility in courts
We're here to help courts make their services and programs accessible by sharing resources, providing technical assistance, conducting audits and assessments, and assisting with implementation planning.
