Watch Takes Courage
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Watch Takes Courage is a Georgia nonprofit that trains volunteers to sit in on court hearings and write down what happens. Its goal is fairer courts, especially for children, people accused of crimes, tenants, and families in custody cases. It also connects families to legal resources and pushes for court reform. Offers: trained court observers; records of court cases and judge conduct; rate judges and attorneys tools; connection to legal resources; court reform advocacy; volunteer sign-up. Email info@watchtakescourage.org or use the sign-up tools at watchtakescourage.org.
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- How to sign up
- Fill out the volunteer application form on the website, then attend an orientation.From the description, not confirmed
What they offer 5
- Info refreshed from their website· Oct 16
Accountability ReportsService
The group shares combined data from its observers. The reports show trends, patterns and outcomes across Georgia's courts.
- Info refreshed from their website· Oct 16
Free Case EvaluationService
You can send in your court case for a free first look by the team. They check for possible problems in how the case is going and connect you with resources that fit.
- Info refreshed from their website· Oct 16
Log a CaseService
People can submit and track court cases with detailed notes about what they saw. The entries go into a growing database used for advocacy and reform.
- Info refreshed from their website· Oct 16
Rate Judges and AttorneysService
Members of the public can rate Georgia judges and attorneys based on their own experience. The ratings build a public record meant to help others.
- Info refreshed from their website· Oct 16
Volunteer Court Observer ProgramProgram
Volunteers learn how to watch court hearings and take careful notes. They are matched with hearings in their county and turn in what they saw through an online case log.
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