Judiciary News
Chief Justice Names Conference Committee Chairs
Published onOctober 1, 2024
Chief Justice John G. Roberts, Jr., has named five new chairs of Judicial Conference committees and extended the term of five current chairs by one year. The appointments took effect Oct. 1.
Mendez v. Westminster: How a Young Girl’s Courage Transformed Schools
Published onSeptember 26, 2024
Sylvia Mendez was just eight when she became part of a landmark school desegregation case that helped pave the way for the famous Brown v. Board ruling a decade later. The story of Mendez v. Westminster is told in a new Moments in History video.
Judicial Conference Briefed on the Need for Continued Vigilance on Cybersecurity and Workplace Conduct
Published onSeptember 17, 2024
The Judiciary has strengthened its IT defenses against cyberattacks, a meeting of the Judicial Conference of the United States was told on Tuesday. But the threat is growing in scale and sophistication, requiring even greater vigilance against attacks from individuals and unfriendly nations.
Students Have Candid Conversations with the Legal Community
Published onSeptember 12, 2024
Students participated in candid conversations about the Constitution with federal judges and attorneys, as a part of the Federal Bar Association’s annual Civics Day.
New Supreme Court Fellows Begin Term
Published onAugust 29, 2024
Four new U.S. Supreme Court Fellows are set to begin their 2024-2025 fellowships in September.
Criminal Justice Act: Protecting the Right to Counsel for 60 Years
Published onAugust 15, 2024
For 60 years, the Criminal Justice Act has ensured that defendants who cannot afford to retain an attorney receive professional legal counsel by providing funding for court-appointed counsel in federal cases.
Applications Open for PACER User Group
Published onAugust 2, 2024
The federal Judiciary is accepting applications for membership in its public user group that provides advice and feedback on ways to improve electronic public access (EPA) services.
Bankruptcy Filings Rise 16.2 Percent
Published onJuly 25, 2024
Personal and business bankruptcy filings rose 16.2 percent in the twelve-month period ending June 30, 2024, compared with the previous year.
Probation and Pretrial Officers Help Bring Positive Change in the Community
Published onJuly 23, 2024
U.S. probation and pretrial officers must balance two very important goals: protecting public safety and helping people they oversee make positive changes in their lives. In recognition of National Pretrial, Probation, and Parole Supervision (PPPS) Week, a new video explains the work of officers and their unique roles in the administration of justice, providing insight into how they do their jobs effectively.
2023 Wiretap Report: Intercepts Fall, Arrests Rise
Published onJune 28, 2024
Federal and state courts reported a combined 13 percent decrease in authorized wiretaps in 2023, compared with 2022, according to the Judiciary’s 2023 Wiretap Report. Arrests in cases involving electronic surveillance increased, while convictions decreased.
No Funds Available for Additional Chapter 7 Trustee Payments
Published onMay 3, 2024
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has advised the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts that it has no funds available to transfer to the Judiciary to make additional payments to eligible chapter 7 bankruptcy trustees for fiscal year 2023.
Program Recalls Courage of Fred Korematsu and his Fight for Justice
Published onMay 2, 2024
Honolulu high school students experienced the journey of Fred Korematsu firsthand during a courtroom reenactment of Korematsu’s fight for racial justice that included the attorneys who represented him.
Bankruptcies Rise 16 Percent Over Previous Year
Published onApril 25, 2024
Bankruptcy filings rose 16 percent during the 12-month period ending March 31, 2024. That is a similar rate of acceleration as in the Dec. 31, 2023, quarterly report, but new bankruptcy cases remain significantly lower than before the start of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Outreach Event Sparks Dialogue on Disability Rights
Published onApril 18, 2024
Hundreds of lawyers and community members joined Minnesota federal judges in a recent courthouse event fostering awareness of disability rights.
Judge Aleta Trauger Opened Doors for Women in Law
Published onMarch 26, 2024
Aleta A. Trauger earned a reputation as a tough prosecutor after convicting a former Tennessee governor during her stint at the U.S. attorney’s office. The 1981 case, which dealt with selling liquor licenses to political friends, gave her credibility in a male-dominated space.