National Center for State Courts (NCSC)

International and research programs - the Center conducted approximately 110 projects in diverse areas including technology, court statistics, racial and ethnic bias in the Courts, community Courts, mandatory minimum sentencing, violence against women, international issues, and many others. The research is performed to identify needs and provide long-term solutions.

Clearinghouse activities - the Center serves as a clearinghouse through which members of the court community and others interested in Courts can exchange information and encourage improvements in State Courts administration. Specific services are: distribution of court-related publications, court association management services, government relations, and information services.

Direct services to State and local Courts - the Center serves as a technical assistance resource for the adaptation of improvements in the Courts through consulting. The Center performed approximately 210 individual State contracts in many areas, including foster care, human resources, automation, budget and financial issues, juries, facilities planning, caseflow management and court interpretation.

Educational and training