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The Worcester District Court launched a pilot offering virtual small claims sessions outside of traditional court hours. The pilot gives court users more flexibility while balancing work, childcare, and other responsibilities. Learn more: mass.gov/news/worcester-dist…
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Last Thursday, over 100 people gathered to celebrate Edgartown’s Women’s Recovery Court & the strength of women in recovery. State & court leaders, community partners, graduates, & supporters recognized the accomplishments of participants and the program’s longstanding impact.
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#NationalRecoveryMonth celebrates the progress of people in recovery and those who support them along the way. Recovery Courts support court-involved individuals in recovery from substance use by connecting them with treatment and resources. Learn more: mass.gov/info-details/recove…
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Join us on 9/10 from 3PM to 4PM at the Wilbraham Public Library as our law librarians from Hampden and Franklin counties give an overview of how to access free legal information. Registration is required. For more info about the event, please visit: events.wilbrahamlibrary.org/…
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Please be aware of jury duty scams. The Office of Jury Commissioner will never demand money or threaten you with arrest. Get the facts: mass.gov/news/dont-fall-for-…
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The Trial Court, in partnership with @MassBar, announced the launch of the MBA Volunteer Mediation Pilot Program at the Suffolk County Superior Court – Civil Session. The program will provide free mediation services in selected civil cases. Learn more: mass.gov/news/trial-court-an…
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July 26 marks the 36th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA protects people with disabilities from discrimination and promotes equal access. #ADA36 Learn about accessibility in Massachusetts courts: mass.gov/ada-accessibility-a…
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The Ralph Gants Project connects individuals returning to the community after incarceration with housing, employment, treatment, education, and other support services—creating pathways to long-term stability and success. Learn more: mass.gov/info-details/the-ra…
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Today, Massachusetts celebrates Emancipation Day, also known as Quock Walker Day. In the 1780s, Quock Walker’s legal action led the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court to declare slavery unconstitutional under the state constitution. Learn more here: mass.gov/guides/massachusett…
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The Trial Court has been awarded a $25,000 grant from the Woburn-based Cummings Foundation to expand civic education and community engagement across Middlesex County. Read more at: mass.gov/news/trial-court-aw…
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MassCourts and eFileMA will be offline from Thursday, June 18, at 5:30 PM through Monday, June 22 at 7 AM, as the Trial Court implements upgrades and improvements to the MassCourts case management system. In observance of Juneteenth, courts will be closed on Friday, June 19.
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The Office of the Jury Commissioner has launched an updated juror website designed to make the jury service experience easier & more convenient. Jurors can respond to a summons, check eligibility, update information, & request help. Visit the website at: juryduty.majury.gov/ojcweb/
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The Massachusetts Probation Service recently celebrated client accomplishments at all 18 Community Justice Support Centers (CJSCs) statewide. CJSCs help court-involved individuals access treatment, education, employment, and reentry support. Learn more: mass.gov/info-details/find-o…
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Housing Court offers several electronic services to help make navigating the court process easier. Sign up for text reminders about court dates and events: mass.gov/forms/civil-court-d… File documents online: efilema.com Receive email updates: courtforms.jud.state.ma.us/p…
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Last week, the Massachusetts Probation Service swore in Marlborough resident and high school senior Lilliana “Lilli” Sauer as “Co-Commissioner for the Day.” Lilli was recognized for her academics, artistic talent, and community service work. Read more: mass.gov/news/metrowest-teen…
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On June 1, all Trial Court departments will implement new standing orders – expanding the types of hearings and events that may be conducted remotely. Explore the Remote Hearings webpage to access standing orders, request a remote hearing, & learn more: mass.gov/info-details/massac…
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35 years of Boston Judicial Youth Corps (JYC)! On Tuesday, Supreme Judicial Court (SJC) Chief Justice Kimberly Budd, retired SJC Chief Justice Roderick Ireland, and Boston JYC Educational Director Gerald Howland celebrated the program with former students in attendance.
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The Court Officer Entrance Exam registration closes on 5/8. Start your career with the Trial Court Security Department. We’re seeking individuals dedicated to ensuring public safety, access to justice & highest level of service to all who use our courts: Mass.gov/courtofficerexam
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The Supreme Judicial Court's May sitting week begins Monday, May 4. For information on the calendar of cases, visit: ma-appellatecourts.org/calen… Oral arguments will begin at 9 a.m. and will be streamed live at: boston.suffolk.edu/sjc/
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