Background “The world as we have created it is a process of our thinking. It cannot be changed without changing our thinking.” —Albert Einstein Indiana trial courts use primarily audio digital equipment to make a record when conducting business. County-paid court reporters are responsible for keeping the record of proceedings and preparing a written transcript when requested. The courts of record in each county adop … [Read more...] about Indiana Court Reporting Pilot Project Underway
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Small Claims Court Litigants: Informational Self-Help Videos Available on Judicial Website
The Indiana Supreme Court and the Marion County Circuit Court have produced a set of videos designed to inform litigants of their rights and responsibilities in small claims court proceedings. These videos—both a statewide version and a version specific to Marion County small claims—are available online at courts.in.gov/3966.htm. The Indiana Bar Foundation also assisted with the project. If you would like to request … [Read more...] about Small Claims Court Litigants: Informational Self-Help Videos Available on Judicial Website
Watch it on YouTube: Indiana Electronic Risk Assessment System
Learn about Indiana’s electronic Risk Assessment System for juvenile and adult criminal offenders in two new videos on the Indiana Supreme Court’s YouTube channel: An overview of the system and a user testimonial by William Cunningham, Executive Director at Grant County Community Corrections. youtube.com/incourts Available as part of the INcite suite of web software, and developed by the Judicial Technology and Aut … [Read more...] about Watch it on YouTube: Indiana Electronic Risk Assessment System
State Public Defender Uses Videoconferencing to Reduce Costs and Improve Services
Videoconferencing equipment was installed at the Wabash Valley Correctional Facility in Carlisle in partnership with the Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC) and the Indiana Office of Technology (IOT). The equipment resembles a pay phone and is designed specifically for correctional use. It features a video screen and camera (similar to a web cam) that transmits audio and video in real time. All the controls … [Read more...] about State Public Defender Uses Videoconferencing to Reduce Costs and Improve Services
Spanish Language DVD Available for Juvenile Judges
Attention Juvenile Judges: By now you should have received the Spanish Initial Hearing-Juvenile Delinquency DVD. The DVD is the latest undertaking by the Indiana Supreme Court Commission on Race and Gender Fairness and you can begin utilizing the DVD right away in your court. The Commission is grateful for the partnerships of the Indiana Judicial Conference Juvenile Benchbook Committee, the Marion County Public … [Read more...] about Spanish Language DVD Available for Juvenile Judges