NCJ Number
2235
Date Published
1970
Length
85 pages
Annotation
LEGAL AND DEMOGRAPHIC BACKGROUND INFORMATION ON THE COURT SYSTEM OF THE BOROUGH OF BROOKLYN, AND A STUDY OF VARIOUS SUBSYSTEMS OVER A THREE MONTH PERIOD IN 1970.
Abstract
THE REPORT DESCRIBES THE PHYSICAL FACILITIES OF THE BROOKLYN SUPREME COURT, THE DUTIES OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE JUDGE, AND THE JURY SELECTION PROCESS. THE CALENDARING SUBSYSTEM IS DIVIDED INTO THREE TERMS- CIVIL, CRIMINAL, AND SPECIAL. THE MANNER IN WHICH COURT RECORDS ARE HANDLED IS ALSO OUTLINED. OTHER SUBSYSTEMS STUDIED ARE - CRIMINAL INTAKE, CONSUMER, AND SENTENCING. THE APPENDIX CONTAINS A LIST OF PERSONS INTERVIEWED.