Organization Impact:
Time Commitment and Location of Work:
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Will vary based on participant eligibility. Courts operate during the workday hours so 8am to 4pm availability is a must.
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Participants can observe court as much as they would like, but we ask that a commitment of once per month for 3 to 5 hours be the minimum with a goal to an ongoing weekly observation at a court(s) of their choosing.
Core Responsibilities
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Arrive at court early and request a copy of the names of those in court that day to reference as you complete the form, often called the docket. They may or may not provide it to you. Please make a note of your observations on if this does occur or not.
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Bring at minimum 50 copies of the Courtwatch Form to the court to complete. Can be picked up from the AJRC office at 205 N College Ave.
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Attend court proceedings.
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Take detailed notes on the proceeding making sure to adhere to all specific court policies and procedures as signed at the courthouse/courtroom. Courtwatchers should receive specific forms that can be completed during the proceeding.
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Submit any notes or observations that might need follow up to AJRC in a timely manner, targeting within 48 hours of court attendance.
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Maintain court decorum and do not interfere with court proceedings.
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Return completed forms to the AJRC office during business hours or arrange other drop off.
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NEVER give legal advice.
