FINAL 2021 Annual Report

LOOKING ONWARD & BEYOND

The COVID-19 pandemic made it very evident that the judicial system is dramatically changing, including changes in how the court services the public, increasing demand for transparency and social justice, and greater expectations to access information easily and through remote means. SBSC has a number of initiatives on the horizon including advances in technology innovation for judges, attorneys, justice partners and the public; eliminating bias and fostering diversity; and implementing other legislative changes including alternative sentencing and cannabis conviction re-sentencing.

CAP

Judges’ Tool

EOB

Phase I of CAP will launch in 2022 for electronic access to court information online.

A new technology tool for judges to use with up to date case data information, notes, etc.

Elimination of Bias Committees continues to work on training, receive input, & access.

18 ANNUAL REPORT 2021