Judicial Commission of NSW Annual Report 2017-18

5 Annual Report 2017–18 — Judicial Commission of NSW Overview of the Commission Providing legal information Examining complaints Result Strategies Performance Judicial officers had access to current law to assist in their day-to-day decision making. The Judicial Information Research System (JIRS) is an online database to assist day-to-day judicial decision making. The components of JIRS are described on p 39. Bench books contain major legislation and precedents which apply when conducting a civil and criminal trial, procedural guidelines, suggested jury directions, and sample orders. Research studies. See pp 33–44 for an overview of our activities this year. Judicial officers were informed about changes to criminal and sentencing law and practice and procedure. “Recent Law” summaries of important legal developments posted on JIRS. Email alerts to notify judicial officers of significant changes to the law or about sentencing methods. Comprehensive information about treatment options and rehabilitation facilities for offenders. See pp 33–44 for an overview of our activities this year. Result Strategies Performance People of NSW have an efficient complaints mechanism. Confidentiality and independence of judicial officers is maintained. Examining complaints efficiently, independently, objectively and effectively. Advising the complainant and the judicial officer involved of the outcome of the complaint. Information, publications and talks about our role/function while monitoring patterns in complaints and addressing recurring issues in our judicial education program. See pp 45–54 for an overview of our activities this year. Our services delivery continued