Annual Report 2016-17

3 Overview of the Commission Our services delivery To assist judicial officers to perform their role, we provide the following services: Continuing judicial education Induction and orientation sessions for new judicial officers to assist in their transition from legal professional to impartial adjudicator. Skills-based workshops, seminars, field trips and distance education to enhance judicial skills, attitudes and knowledge. Computer training and support. Digital and multi-media resources, online and print publications for information and research. Aboriginal cross-cultural awareness sessions and community visits so judicial officers are informed about Aboriginal society, customs and traditions. Annual conferences for all NSW courts to provide up-to-date information on specific topics and promote collegiality. Legal information The Judicial Information Research System (JIRS), an online database to assist day-to-day judicial decision making. The components of JIRS are described on p 35. Research studies including monographs and Sentencing Trends & Issues papers. Comprehensive information about treatment options and rehabilitation facilities for offenders. Email alerts to notify judicial officers of significant changes to the law or about sentencing methods. “Recent Law” summaries of important legal developments posted on JIRS. Bench books which set out in logical order the major legislation and precedents which apply when conducting a criminal trial, procedural guidelines, suggested jury directions, and sample orders. Complaints The examination of complaints efficiently, independently, objectively and effectively. Information, publications and talks about our role and function while monitoring patterns in complaints and addressing recurring issues in our judicial education program. Advising the complainant and the judicial officer involved of the outcome of the complaint.

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