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Know Your State Judiciary

Threats to Judicial Independence

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What's the Matter with Judicial Elections - Podcast

On April 3, 2007, LWVUS President Mary G. Wilson, participated in an "Ears on Justice" podcast produced by the Justice at Stake campaign. The interview discusses the League's past and present activities in promoting an independent judiciary and other civic improvements.

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Research & Reports

Title of Report	Source	Link
What Does Judicial Independence Mean?	League of Women Voters	Click here to access
Merit Selection? Elections? Appointments?Understanding the System to Defend the Courts	League of Women Voters	Click here to access
The New Politics of Judicial Elections 2006	Justice at Stake	Click here to access
Future Trends in State Courts	National Center for State Courts	Click here to access
Top Trends Impacting State Courts	National Center for State Courts	Click here to access
Georgia Legislator's Guide to Public Financing of Judicial Campaigns	Georgia VOTE Coalition	Click here to access
Safeguarding a Fair & Impartial Judiciary in Georgia	League of Women Voters of Georgia and Common Cause	Click here to access

Q & A

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1. How do I know what court will hear my case?

2. How many cases are tried in Georgia each year?

3. What are the nationwide trends in state legislatures as it relates to the judicial branch?