1st Edition

Dispensing Justice Locally The Implementation and Effects of the Midtown Cummunity Court

    This book shows the significant impact and success that can be accomplished when courts are designed to meet the needs of the community regardless of traditional proceedings. The presentation of this unique approach marks the way for courts and ancillary justice agencies of all sizes to work together to build community confidence and assure not only quality of life but quality of justice.

    Chapter 1 Introduction; Chapter 2 The Courthouse; Chapter 3 The Courtroom; Chapter 4 Building Community Partnerships; Chapter 5 Project Implementation; Chapter 6 Court Outcomes in a Comparative Perspective; Chapter 7 Community Impacts; Chapter 8 Court Outcomes; Chapter 9 Community Awareness, Involvement and Assessments; Chapter 10 Conclusion;

    Biography

    Curtis, Richard; Ostrom, Brian; Rottman, David; Sviridoff, Michele