Definition
Programs that send individuals to observe trial proceedings in cases where the decision will have far-reaching ramifications or when the judge has wide discretion regarding sentencing and there is a concern that his or her decision will be unacceptably lenient or harsh. The objectives of court watching are to demonstrate public interest in the case, influence the decision by threat of exposure and publicize the outcomes, if negative.
URL Name
FP-2150
Third Level Code
FP-2150
Taxonomy Code
FP-2150
Parent Code
FP
Family Code
F
Second Level Code
FP
Publication Status
Online