COVID-19 Report for Prosecutors and Courts, July 28, 2021

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July 28, 2021 - Bulletin No. 35

Prosecutors' offices and court systems across the nation are being impacted by COVID-19. Their daily work to maintain constitutional justice is being uprooted, altered, and halted. CNA and NDAA have partnered to actively develop and disseminate useful COVID-19 response resources to prosecutors and courts to support them during this trying time. This weekly bulletin shares helpful information and resources, as well as upcoming virtual networking events.

Useful Resources

Electronic Signatures and Notarization

The pandemic has affected nearly every aspect of our criminal justice system. One impact that has been notable for the operations of prosecutors and courts across the nation is the allowance of electronic signatures and notarization. This resource explores these topics and provides helpful guidance on navigating the process.

To view the document, click here.

Court News & Innovative Responses

Wassau, Wisconsin

Marathon County Courts established a criminal justice coordinating council and implemented a pre-trial diversion program to address COVID-19 case backlogs. For more information, click here.

Harris County, Texas

To address case backlogs, Harris County commissioners approved an additional $2.5 million in funding for three visiting judges and support staff in the district criminal courts. For more information, click here.

Travis County, Texas

Travis County civil courts collaborated with the University of Texas Law School to develop educational videos about the virtual jury trial process. The series aims to prepare and guide members of the legal community as they address the backlog of civil trials. For more information, click here.

From NDAA

We want to hear from you! If you would like to submit questions or have other concerns, please email us at covid19_courts@cna.org.

COVID-19-related news articles and resources, and past bulletins will be posted on the NDAA website. Continue to check the website for updated information.

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