NCJ Number
101225
Journal
Justice System Journal Volume: 10 Issue: 3 Dated: (Winter 1985) Pages: 315-324
Date Published
1985
Length
10 pages
Annotation
Of the three branches of American government, the American public knows the least about the judiciary (see Yankelovich et al, 1978; Hearst Corporation, 1983). Efforts to educate the public about the judicial branch vary among the states from almost none to comprehensive projects involving the combined efforts of many organizations.
Abstract
The purpose of this article is to increase the reader's awareness of the importance of such projects; highlight some specific states' efforts; encourage initiation of similar projects in states where none or relatively few exist; and suggest a plan of action for more efficient programs in the future. The image of the judiciary held by the average American does not differentiate between state and federal courts, or between trial or appellate levels. Thus, while this article is based on information obtained from state appellate courts, it is really about all American courts. (Publisher abstract)