Jury management
Improving the jury experience through effective and efficient management that promotes public trust and confidence.
Jury management in the 21st century
This report from the Conference of State Court Administrators (COSCA) examines key jury issues from the perspective of courthouse professionals.
"Citizens on Call: Responding to the Needs of 21st Century Jurors" outlines today's most pressing issues in jury operations and offers practical strategies and recommendations for reforms to help make jury duty more accessible, efficient, and respectful of the time and well-being of those who serve.
Expand your jury studies knowledge
Discover additional research, guidance, tools, and trainings to help judges and court staff manage a range of issues that directly and indirectly impact jury trials and juror participation.
Strengthening jury system management
Based on in-depth research, our experts understand today's challenges to juries and jury trials require meaningful reforms. Courts and legal professionals must prioritize juror-centered policies that enhance participation, improve representation, and restore public trust. Civic education initiatives can encourage greater engagement, and legal training should ensure that lawyers and judges are equipped to handle trials effectively. Without proactive efforts, the jury system's role in delivering fair and impartial justice could be undermined.
- A study of juror nonresponse and failure-to-appear
- Findings from a study of inclusiveness, representativeness, and record accuracy in master jury lists
- Delivering the jury summons to the correct address
- Juror compensation in the United States
- Has the research changed regarding the importance of jury size?
Tracking state jury data
Our interactive online dashboard offers detailed data on juries with an easy-to-use visual that lets you explore state-by-state statistics with just a click. This comprehensive resource covers 10 key areas, making it easy to compare how courts around the U.S. are addressing jury management issues.
More resources
Access guidance on a range of topics including juror stress and the risks associated with social media & internet use. We also provide tools to assess and evaluate your jury management practices.
Access the Jury Managers' Toolbox
Use our online diagnostic tool to evaluate and improve jury management operations and procedures.
Explain internet & social media use
Guidance for jurors on using the internet and social media during their service and potential impacts on the fair administration of justice
Understand juror stress
Learn strategies for helping jurors cope with stress they may experience during and after their service.
Create new efficiencies
With decades of experience, our team can assist you with effective jury system management, including summoning procedures, jury system automation, jury trial practices, and much more.