NJC 2018 Course Catalog

2018 Courses The NJC

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2018 Courses Which Courses Are Right for Me? Page

Admin Law

Appellate

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Military

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Administrative Law: Advanced (JS 649) Wilmington, DE

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Administrative Law: Fair Hearing (JS 612)

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Advanced Bench Skills: Procedural Fairness Anchorage, AK & Miami, FL

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Advanced Evidence (JS 617) Monterey, CA & Reno, NV

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Advanced Judicial Writing (JS 626) Washington, DC

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Advanced Skills for Appellate Judges New Orleans, LA n

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Appellate Skills for Tribal Judges

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Best Practices in Handling Cases with Self-Represented Litigants

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Civil Mediation

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Conducting the Trial (JS 632) n

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Court Management for Tribal Judges and Personnel (JM 690) n

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Decision Making (JS 618) San Diego, CA

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Designing & Presenting Programs Effectively: A Faculty Development Workshop

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Drugged Driving Essentials for the Judiciary

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Drugs in America Today: What Every Judge Needs to Know Las Vegas, NV

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Effective Caseflow Management (JS 627) (JM690)

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Enhancing Judicial Bench Skills (JS 624) Orlando, FL

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Essential Skills for Tribal Court Judges Tucson, AZ n

Ethical Issues in the Law: A Novel Approach (JS 619) Ashland, OR

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Ethics and Judging: Reaching Higher Ground

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Ethics, Fairness, and Security in Your Courtroom and Community Las Vegas, NV

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Ethics for the Administrative Law Judge

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Evidence Challenges for Administrative Law Judges

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Evidence in a Courtroom Setting (JS 633) Jackson Hole, WY

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Fourth Amendment: Comprehensive Search & Seizure (JS 645) Denver, CO n

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Fundamentals of Evidence

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General Jurisdiction (JS 610) n

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Handling Small Claims Cases Effectively

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Impaired Driving in Indian Country

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Judicial Writing (JS 615)

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Leadership for Judges

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Logic & Opinion Writing (JS 621) Santa Fe, NM

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Management Skills for Presiding Judges

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Managing Challenging Family Law Cases (JS 634) n

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Mindfulness for Judges Santa Fe, NM

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National Judicial Institute and Conclave Chicago, IL

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Probate Courts: Contemporary Issues (JS 638) n

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Scientific Evidence & Expert Testimony (JS 622)

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Selected Criminal Evidence Issues

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Special Considerations for the Rural Court Judge

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Special Court Jurisdiction: Advanced (JS 611) n

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Today’s Justice: The Historic Bases (JS 642) New Orleans, LA

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Traffic Issues in the 21st Century

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2018 Course Catalog · The National Judicial College · 2

2018 Courses Contents

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Which Courses Are Right for Me?

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2017 Courses

5 2018 Course Listings 5 In-Person 14 Tribal 16 Web

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Financial Assistance

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General Information

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Master and Ph.D. of Judicial Studies

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Professional Certificate of Judicial Development

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2018 Courses at a Glance

How to Register Our website offers an up-to-date listing of all of our courses including our FREE webcast series. You can also view courses by judge type, by area of interest and online learning opportunities.

To view more information and to register for courses, please visit www.judges.org/courses. When you find the course that is right for you, click on the red “Register” button.

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Remaining 2017 Courses Unless noted, courses are held at the College, located on the University of Nevada, Reno campus.

TUITION / CONF. FEE

SEP

NHTSA Webcast - DUI: Sentencing Underage Drivers Webcast The Indian Child Welfare Act’s Impact on State Court Custody Decisions Webcast Ethics and Judging: Reaching Higher Ground Web Course Special Consideration for the Rural Court Judge Web Course Evidence Challenges for Administrative Law Judges Web Course Best Practices in Handling Cases with Self-Represented Litigants Bar Harbor, ME WAITLIST

Sep 6 | 1o a.m. PST Sep 6 | 12 p.m. PST Sep 11-Oct 27 Sep 11-Oct 27 Sep 18-Nov 3 Sep 25–28

FREE FREE $629 $629 $629 $1,395 / $399

OCT

Civil Mediation WAITLIST Ethics for the Administrative Law Judge Web Course Management Skills for Presiding Judges General Jurisdiction (JS 610) Designing & Presenting Programs Effectively: A Faculty Development Workshop U.S. Supreme Court Cases: What State Trial Judges Need to Know Webcast Behind the Wheel: Today’s Traffic Offender Ethics, Fairness, and Security in Your Court and Community Advanced Evidence (JS 617) Charleston, SC WAITLIST Properly and Effectively Adjudicating Drugged Drivers Web Course

Oct 2–6 Oct 2-Nov 17 Oct 9–13 Oct 9–19 Oct 16–19 Oct 18 | 12 p.m. PST Oct 23–26 Oct 23–26 Oct 30–Nov 2 Oct 30-Dec 8

$1,289 / $359 $629 $1,289 / $359 $1,699 / $569 Call for eligibility

FREE $1,079 / $289 $1,079 / $289 $1,395 / $399 FREE

NOV

Nov 6–9 Mindfulness for Judges Sedona, AZ WAITLIST Taking the Bench: An Interactive, Online Course for New General Jurisdiction Judges Web Course Nov 6-Dec 8

$1,349 / $399 $629

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Effective Caseflow Management (JS 627) Austin, TX Judicial Philosophy and American Law Austin, TX

$1,349 / $499 $1,349 / $499

Dec 4–7 Dec 4–7

Is the 2017 course you’re interested in full?

Some of our most popular courses fill up fast. Be sure to register early for 2018. Once you find the course that is right for you in this catalog, go to www.judges.org/2018courses to register and make sure you have a seat.

2018 Courses

Each course is color coded by judge type to help you find the perfect fit for your educational needs. Courses that qualify for the Master and Ph.D. of Judicial Studies Program (see page 20) contain “JS” or “JM” and a course number after the course title.

Please visit our website for full descriptions and to register.

KEY: Admin Law | Appellate | General | Military | Special | Tribal

In-Person Administrative Law: Advanced (JS 649) June 11–14

Wilmington, Delaware | Admin Law |

This advanced, four-day course for experienced administrative law judges, adjudicators and hearing officers gives an in-depth look at federal and state administrative law, including evidentiary trends in administrative proceedings, due process, ethics, and court procedures unique to administrative law. The course also looks at the implications inherent in conducting telephone hearings.

Special emphasis is placed on the impact of recent decisions.

Tuition $1,399 | Conference Fee $399 This course qualifies for 2 credits toward the Master of Judicial Studies Degree Program and Judicial Studies Doctoral Program at the University of Nevada, Reno upon successful completion of the course and passing the course exam. In addition, this course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Administrative Law Adjudication Skills, and Dispute Resolution Skills disciplines.

Advanced Bench Skills: Procedural Fairness January 25–26

September 12–14

Miami, Florida

Anchorage, AK

| Admin Law | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

Every day when you take the bench you have the opportunity to ensure that litigants leave your courtroom with greater respect for the justice system — whether they have won or lost their case. As a judge, you have the responsibility to ensure that the four key principles of procedural fairness (voice, respect, neutrality and trust) are exhibited in your courtroom. With busy dockets and an increase in self-represented litigants, how can you be both efficient and effective in demonstrating these tenets?

Administrative Law: Fair Hearing (JS 612) August 13–23 Reno, Nevada | Admin Law |

This intensive two-week course provides newer state and federal administrative law adjudicators with a solid foundation in the tools and techniques to create and maintain a “fair hearing,” complete the record, and provide a clear order. Separate tracks are offered that recognize the differences between the conduct of lowvolume and high-volume proceedings.

After attending this course, you will be able to: identify barriers to effective courtroom communication and develop strategies for improving listening efficiency and personal communication; identify the attributes of an effective administrative hearing official to promote increased confidence in managing an administrative hearing and render accurate decisions based on the evidence presented and applicable law; utilize sound pre-hearing practice and case and stress management techniques; summarize the standards for admissibility of evidence in an administrative proceeding; effectively manage documentary evidence, admitting and managing exhibits; incorporate alternative dispute resolution techniques where appropriate; evaluate witness and expert credibility; rule on objections raised in administrative proceedings correctly and confidently; write decisions that will withstand judicial review; and recognize the areas of ethical concern which apply to administrative law adjudicators.

Tuition $1,729 | Conference Fee $579 This course qualifies for 4 credits toward the Master of Judicial

Tuition $679 | Conference Fee $249

Studies Degree Program and Judicial Studies Doctoral Program at the

This course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in

and passing the course exam. In addition, this course qualifies for The

Judicial Development program Administrative Law Adjudication Skills,

National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program

Appellate Judicial Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial

Administrative Law Adjudication Skills, Dispute Resolution Skills and

Skills and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

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University of Nevada, Reno upon successful completion of the course

2018 Courses Advanced Evidence (JS 617) March 12–15

October 1–4

Monterey, California

Reno, Nevada

| Admin Law | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

This course will increase your accuracy and confidence in ruling on evidence-based objections such as hearsay. You’ll learn how to handle the challenges of proffered complex evidence and address the nuances of electronic/digital evidence. Distinguished judicial faculty will guide you in dissecting the baseline issues of relevancy, lay and expert opinion testimony, and impeachment. Participants examine both civil and criminal case scenarios in this problem solving format.

Monterey | Tuition $1,399 | Conference Fee $399 Reno | Tuition $1,099 | Conference Fee $299

Best Practices in Handling Cases with Self-Represented Litigants

This course qualifies for 2 credits toward the Master of Judicial Studies

October 8–11

the course exam. In addition, this course qualifies for The National

Degree Program and Judicial Studies Doctoral Program at the University of Nevada, Reno upon successful completion of the course and passing

Reno, Nevada

Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development Administrative Law

| Admin Law | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

Skills, and the Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

In the last decade, self-representation has increased exponentially. Self-represented litigants now appear on court dockets in almost every case possible, including civil, criminal felony, domestic relations, traffic, criminal misdemeanor, small claims, probate and administrative cases.

Adjudication Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial

Advanced Judicial Writing March 26–29 Washington, D.C.

Self-represented litigants pose a special problem for the judge presiding over the case because they are not keenly aware of courtroom procedures and evidence rules. After this course, participants will be able to: recognize when an indigent self-represented party may be entitled to court-appointed counsel; move a self-represented party civil docket expeditiously; use settlement techniques in cases involving self-represented litigants; recognize the limits on assisting self-represented parties; and apply innovative methods and strategies to ensure that these litigants have proper access to the justice system. After this program, participants will be able to describe some of the best practices for managing these difficult cases.

| Admin Law | Appellate | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

Reno | Tuition $1,099 | Conference Fee $299

the course exam. In addition, this course qualifies for The National Judicial

Judges need to write in a clear, precise, and unambiguous manner that can be easily understood by those who read judicial documents. The goal of this course is to assist the writer to achieve such a style with sharp judicial writing skills. This course consists of a blend of classroom teaching and private tutorials and offers intensive individual critique and opportunity to revise.

Washington, D.C. | Tuition $1,399 | Conference Fee $399 This course qualifies for 2 credits toward the Master of Judicial Studies Degree Program and Judicial Studies Doctoral Program at the University of Nevada, Reno upon successful completion of the course and passing College Certificate in Judicial Development program Administrative Law Adjudication Skills, Appellate Judicial Skills, Dispute Resolution Skills and

This course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in

Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

Judicial Development program Administrative Law Adjudication Skills, Appellate Judicial Skills, Dispute Resolution Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial Skills and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

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2018 Courses Advanced Skills for Appellate Judges

Conducting the Trial (JS 632)

June 18–21

May 7–10

New Orleans, Louisiana

Reno, Nevada

| Appellate |

| General | Military | Special | Tribal |

This course is designed to provide appellate judges with advanced topics in opinion writing, small-group dynamics and collaborative decision making, law clerk/staff management, how to get the most during oral argument, ethics as they pertain to appellate judges, and other topics of interest to the experienced appellate judge. In addition to structured, interactive presentations from faculty, participants will have several opportunities for peer-topeer learning.

This course is designed to provide the newer judge with courtroom basics on handling both civil and criminal trials including techniques in developing best practices to address common issues arising before, during, and posttrial such as: the self-represented belligerent criminal defendant; recalcitrant, indolent, or incompetent counsel; and, the wayward juror. Add to your bench book with checklists and charts that provide time-tested, effective suggestions to many of the trial challenges. Discuss and

Tuition $1,399 | Conference Fee $399 This course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Appellate Judicial Skills discipline.

Civil Mediation May 7–11 & October 1–5

implement viable court security options.

Tuition $1,099 | Conference Fee $299 This course qualifies for 2 credits toward the Master of Judicial Studies Degree Program and Judicial Studies Doctoral Program at the University of Nevada, Reno upon successful completion of the course and passing the course exam. In addition, this course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Dispute Resolution Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial Skills and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

Reno, Nevada | Admin Law | Appellate | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

Mediation is an important option in every system of justice.

Judges with mediation skills can gain opportunities both on and off the bench. This five-day, 40-hour course is hands-on, interactive, fast-paced and practical. Simulations, interpersonal-skill development and role play enable participants to integrate communication and problemsolving techniques for effective mediation management, thus avoiding classic errors. After completing the course, participants receive a certificate honored by most states with mediator credential requirements. Enrollment is limited.

Tuition $1,299 | Conference Fee $369 This course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Administrative Law Adjudication Skills, Dispute Resolution Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial Skills, and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

Decision Making (JS 618) August 6–9 San Diego, California | Admin Law | Appellate | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

This course familiarizes you with the factors that affect the judicial decision-making process and assists you in the analysis of your own thinking and style. Faculty address the psychology of decision making, how personality type may influence decision making, ethical considerations that may impact decision making, how appellate courts review decisions, and practical suggestions to aid in making decisions from the bench.

Tuition $1,399 | Conference Fee $399 This course qualifies for 2 credits toward the Master of Judicial Studies Degree Program and Judicial Studies Doctoral Program at the University of Nevada, Reno upon successful completion of the course and passing

“I am clearly of the opinion that the program will enhance my judicial decision making.”

— Hon. David B. Lewis

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the course exam. In addition, this course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development Administrative Law Adjudication Skills, Appellate Judicial Skills, Dispute Resolution Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial Skills, and the Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

2018 Courses Designing & Presenting Programs Effectively: A Faculty Development Workshop

Drugs in America Today: What Every Judge Needs to Know

November 5–8

Las Vegas, Nevada

Reno, Nevada | Admin Law | Appellate | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

Are your educational programs interesting, thoughtprovoking, fun, and enriching? The vast majority of people teaching in professional education are never exposed to adult education principles and practices. This workshop will help you create educational programs that will keep your students’ attention.

Tuition $1,099 | Conference Fee $299

June 4–6 | Admin Law | Appellate | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

With opiate addiction at epidemic levels in both urban and rural America, the NJC has crafted a course that focuses on the neurology of addiction with an emphasis on heroin and painkillers. This course will provide an in-depth analysis of the science behind addiction and will offer practical solutions for the judge to manage all case types affected by drug use.

Tuition $1,019 | Conference Fee $349 This course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Administrative Law Adjudication Skills,

Drugged Driving Essentials for the Judiciary May 22–24 Reno, Nevada | Admin Law | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

Unlike alcohol-impaired driving, drugged driving has no bright-line test for impairment. Drugged driving cases require a judge to utilize a variety of judicial tools to effectively adjudicate these cases. In addition to the ability to determine which kinds of drugs an individual may be using, it is important to know how these drugs affect the individual and may impair their ability to function. It is also imperative that a judge knows how to craft sentences effectively, including treatment options, to provide a participant with the most beneficial mode of recovery.

Tuition $819 | Conference Fee $219 This course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Administrative Law Adjudication Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial Skills, and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

Appellate Judicial Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial Skills and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

Effective Caseflow Management (JS 627 / JM 690) June 4–7 Reno, Nevada | Admin Law | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

“Justice delayed is justice denied” (Gladstone). Effective, efficient caseflow promotes justice and upholds the very purpose of our courts. This class is designed to take judges, court administrators or court teams through a rigorous examination of the components of effective caseflow management.

Tuition $1,099 | Conference Fee $299 This course qualifies for 2 credits toward the Master of Judicial Studies Degree Program and Judicial Studies Doctoral Program at the University of Nevada, Reno upon successful completion of the course and passing the course exam. This course also qualifies for 2 “S/U” or graded credits in the Justice Management Program at the University of Nevada, Reno upon successful completion of the course and passing the course exam. In addition, this course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Appellate Judicial Skills, Dispute Resolution Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial Skills and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

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2018 Courses Enhancing Judicial Bench Skills (JS 624) July 9–12

Ethics, Fairness, and Security in Your Courtroom and Community

Orlando, Florida

October 15–18

| Admin Law | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

Do you need a fresh look at your role on the bench? From civility to contempt, this course will help you develop the skills you need to oversee your courtroom effectively. After taking this course, you will be able to demonstrate effective communication behaviors on the bench, make and protect the record more effectively, deal with difficult people in the courtroom, apply contempt powers from the bench with confidence and restraint, and more.

Las Vegas, Nevada | Admin Law | Appellate | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

As a judge, you have the responsibility of maintaining the integrity of the court process. Are you succeeding? This course will help participants reduce bias and prejudice in their court, as well as apply security measures when engaging with the public.

Tuition $1,399 | Conference Fee $399

Tuition $1,399 | Conference Fee $399

This course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in

This course qualifies for 2 credits toward the Master of Judicial Studies

Appellate Judicial Skills, Dispute Resolution Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial

Degree Program and Judicial Studies Doctoral Program at the University

Skills, Special Court Trial Skills, and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

Judicial Development program Administrative Law Adjudication Skills,

of Nevada, Reno upon successful completion of the course and passing the course exam. In addition, this course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Administrative Law Adjudication Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial Skills and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

Evidence in a Courtroom Setting (JS 633) June 11–14 Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Ethical Issues in the Law: A Novel Approach (JS 619) September TBD Ashland, Oregon | Admin Law | Appellate | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

This course engages the participant in in-depth discussions and analyses of ethical behavior and justice at the point at which law, literature, and life experience intersect. The curriculum involves a two-text approach. Participants attend plays at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival and discuss the ethical dilemmas posed within the plays as the dilemmas relate to the judiciary. Plays this year will be determined at a later date.

Tuition $1,399 | Conference Fee $399 This course qualifies for 2 credits toward the Master of Judicial Studies Degree Program and Judicial Studies Doctoral Program at the University of Nevada, Reno upon successful completion of the course and passing the course exam. In addition, this course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Administrative Law Adjudication Skills, Appellate Judicial Skills, Dispute Resolution Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial Skills and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

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| Admin Law | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

This is a highly interactive course in which judges from different jurisdictions and backgrounds can openly and vigorously examine the rules of evidence that apply in their jurisdictions. Topics include: ethical issues, relevancy, lay and expert witnesses, impeachment, privileges, best evidence and demonstrative evidence, authentication, hearsay and its exceptions, electronic evidence, and judicial notice.

Tuition $1,399 | Conference Fee $399 This course qualifies for 2 credits toward the Master of Judicial Studies Degree Program and Judicial Studies Doctoral Program at the University of Nevada, Reno upon successful completion of the course and passing the course exam. In addition, this course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial Skills and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

2018 Courses Fourth Amendment: Comprehensive Search and Seizure (JS 645) September 24–27 Denver, Colorado | Appellate | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

When is a search or seizure justified? Who has standing to challenge? When is a warrant needed? If the amendment is violated, does the exclusionary rule apply? This course answers these questions and others through the examination of U.S. Supreme Court decisions. Along with computers and digital evidence, the course examines consent searches, warrant execution issues, and searches without warrants, including exigent circumstances, community caretaking, inventory searches, automobile searches, frisks, and searches incident to arrest.

Tuition $1,399 | Conference Fee $399 This course qualifies for 2 credits toward the Master of Judicial Studies Degree Program and Judicial Studies Doctoral Program at the University of Nevada, Reno upon successful completion of the course and passing

General Jurisdiction (JS 610) April 23–May 3 & October 15–25 Reno, Nevada | General | Military

Jumpstart your judicial career! This course supplements state-sponsored judicial education by providing a solid foundation in the substance and theories that all new judges should understand when beginning their career on the bench. You are immersed in the core competencies of your profession. The communication and listening skills learned in this course will enable you to communicate more effectively in your courtroom and with court staff.

Tuition $1,729 | Conference Fee $579 This course qualifies for 4 credits toward the Master of Judicial Studies Degree Program and Judicial Studies Doctoral Program at the University of Nevada, Reno upon successful completion of the course and passing the course exam. In addition, this course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Dispute Resolution Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial Skills and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

the course exam. In addition, this course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Appellate Judicial Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills and Special Court Trial Skills disciplines.

Judicial Writing (JS 615) April 23–26 Reno, Nevada | Admin Law | Appellate | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

NJC Financial Assistance

Are your judicial documents clear, coherent and unambiguous? This course applies advanced composition principles to judicial writing at all levels of judicial work. Beginning with questions of aim, audience and style, we will go on to consider best practices in legal and judicial writing at this historical moment and think together about relationships between decision-making and decision writing.

Tuition $1,099 | Conference Fee $299

The National Judicial College may be able to assist you with

This course qualifies for 2 credits toward the Master of Judicial Studies

identifying funding to attend an NJC course. Individuals, private

Degree Program and Judicial Studies Doctoral Program at the University

foundations, the Bureau of Justice Assistance, the National Highway

of Nevada, Reno upon successful completion of the course and passing

Traffic Safety Administration, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, the State Justice Institute, and state bar interest on lawyer trust account funds provide financial assistance for judicial education and training for our nation’s judiciary. Individual states

the course exam. In addition, this course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Administrative Law Adjudication Skills, Appellate Judicial Skills, Dispute Resolution Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial Skills and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

may also have sources of funding available.

To learn more about how you can apply for financial assistance, register for a course on the NJC’s online registration system at register.judges.org, email njc-scholarships@judges.org, or call (800) 25-JUDGE.

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2018 Courses Leadership for Judges March 19–22 & August 13–16 Reno, Nevada | Admin Law | Appellate | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

Judges are often asked to lead projects that will improve the justice system. Learning about project management, leadership, human resources, and other business- or organization-based principles will help you succeed in these projects. This course provides leader judges with the answers to many court-related questions in a workshop setting where you can practice some of the techniques learned with beneficial feedback from your judicial colleagues and the experienced faculty members.

Tuition $1,099 | Conference Fee $299 This course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Administrative Law Adjudication Skills, Appellate Judicial Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial Skills, and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

Logic and Opinion Writing (JS 621) November 5–8 Santa Fe, New Mexico | Admin Law | Appellate | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

This course will assist anyone who writes judicial opinions become a more skillful and effective opinion writer.

The first half of the course invites you to examine the underlying principles of syllogistic reasoning and how these principles may apply. The second half of the course addresses writing judicial opinions as a reasoned statement that justifies the outcome that the decision maker reaches.

Anyone who writes judicial opinions—judges and others— will benefit from this unique class.

Tuition $1,399 | Conference Fee $399 This course qualifies for 2 credits toward the Master of Judicial Studies Degree Program and Judicial Studies Doctoral Program at the University of Nevada, Reno upon successful completion of the course and passing the course exam. In addition, this course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Administrative Law Adjudication Skills, Appellate Judicial Skills, Dispute Resolution Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial Skills and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

Scientific Evidence and Expert Testimony (JS 622) August 20–23 Reno, Nevada | Admin Law | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

The emergence of DNA analysis in the 1990s led to serious questioning of the validity of many of the traditional forensic disciplines. Very recently, forensic feature-comparison methods such as hair analysis, bullet comparison, fingerprints, bitemark comparisons, tire and shoe tread analysis, and the like, have been called into question. Additionally, case reviews have found that expert witnesses overstated the probative value of their evidence, going far beyond what the relevant science could justify. Are there additional science-based steps that could help ensure the validity of forensic evidence used in the U.S. legal system?

This course will provide you with the ability to evaluate and interpret scientific and forensic evidence and to rule confidently on their admissibility in both civil and criminal cases. Moreover, you will be able to highlight the limitations and challenges associated with certain types of forensic evidence and describe the current state of forensic methods.

Finally, you will be able to take into account the appropriate scientific criteria for assessing scientific validity including: foundational validity, with respect to the requirement under Rule 702(c) that testimony is the product of reliable principles and methods; and validity as applied, with respect to requirement under Rule 702(d) that an expert has reliably applied the principles and methods to the facts of the case.

Tuition $1,099 | Conference Fee $299 This course qualifies for 2 credits toward the Master of Judicial Studies Degree Program and Judicial Studies Doctoral Program at the University of Nevada, Reno upon successful completion of the course and passing the course exam.

In addition, this course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Administrative Law Adjudication Skills, Dispute Resolution Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial Skills and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

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2018 Courses Management Skills for Presiding Judges

Mindfulness for Judges

May 21–25

October 29–November 1

Reno, Nevada

Santa Fe, New Mexico

| Admin Law | Appellate | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

| Admin Law | Appellate | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

Your court needs a strong leader. Learn how to tackle human-resources issues, budget complications, and other management challenges while you hone your management, leadership and communication skills. As a result of this five-day class, presiding judges, assistant presiding judges, administrative law judges, chief judges, and chief administrative law judges will hone their management, leadership and communication skills.

This four-day course, held in beautiful Santa Fe, New Mexico, is an opportunity to pause from the many complexities of being a judge and find some space to breathe and reflect. Mindfulness is the practice of cultivating non-judgmental awareness in the present moment. It is a practice of learning to pay attention to our thoughts, emotions and physical sensations and of acknowledging whatever is present and using that information to respond to the unfolding of our work and

Tuition $1,299 | Conference Fee $369 This course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Administrative Law Adjudication Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, and Special Court Trial Skills disciplines.

lives.

Tuition $1,399 | Conference Fee $399 This course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development Administrative Law Adjudication Skills, Appellate Judicial Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial Skills, and

Managing Challenging Family Law Cases: A Practical Approach (JS 634) October 8–11

Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

Probate Courts: Contemporary Issues (JS 638)

Reno, Nevada | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

March 19–22

This course has been updated and revised for any judge who hears family law cases involving the dissolution of marriages, child custody and visitation, and child support.

The faculty provide practice-based tools to assist judges in the management of the most complex issues in domestic relations. Presented in partnership with the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) and the Judicial Studies program at UNR. Tuition $1,099 | Conference Fee $299 This course qualifies for 2 credits toward the Master of Judicial Studies Degree Program and Judicial Studies Doctoral Program at the University of Nevada, Reno upon successful completion of the course and passing the course exam. In addition, this course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Dispute Resolution Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Jurisdiction Skills, and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

Reno, Nevada | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s projections, the older-adult population will double between 2010 and 2030. As the population of America ages, probate courts will see an increase in the types of cases that they process – guardianships, conservatorships, elder-abuse protection petitions, and matters pertaining to estates.

Moreover, probate courts handle a multitude of issues pertaining to minors. In addition to the simple fact that case management in probate courts will need attention, matters pertaining to the elderly and minors are different.

This course provides introductory concepts for the newer probate adjudicator as well as advanced evidence and trial-management techniques for the experienced probate adjudicator.

Grant funded - call for eligibility

“Any session could easily have been the basis of a seminar.”

— Hon. C. Jean Bolin

This course qualifies for 2 credits toward the Master of Judicial Studies Degree Program and Judicial Studies Doctoral Program at the University of Nevada, Reno upon successful completion of the course and passing the course exam. In addition, this course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial Skills and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

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2018 Courses Special Court Jurisdiction: Advanced (JS 611) Prerequisite: law degree

Traffic Issues in the 21st Century

October 15–25

Reno, Nevada

Reno, Nevada | Special | Tribal |

October 8–11 | Admin Law | Appellate | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

Tuition $1,729 | Conference Fee $579

Judges are facing more complex traffic issues as the law and technology progress. This course is designed to provide an overview of current traffic laws and technological trends and their applications to the judiciary.

After this course, participants will be able to: improve public perception of the courts; manage and adjudicate fairly and efficiently; identify the behaviors that impair safe driving; explain the basic provisions relating to commercial motor vehicle laws and regulations; identify key issues associated with special driving populations, including younger and older drivers; summarize new technology and practices used in traffic law enforcement, adjudication and sentencing; and fully understand

This course qualifies for 4 credits toward the Master of Judicial Studies

cultural diversity issues, including racial profiling.

This course is designed for judges recently appointed or elected to specialized courts. The course is filled with valuable information and practice opportunities in the areas of law that new judges encounter in the courtroom, such as: criminal law and procedure; evidence issues; judicial writing; sentencing issues; ethical issues; caseflow management, and more. Rich discussion with the course faculty, as well as with fellow students, will afford participants a unique opportunity to finely tune their basic bench skills.

Degree Program and Judicial Studies Doctoral Program at the University of Nevada, Reno upon successful completion of the course and passing the course exam. In addition, this course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Dispute Resolution Skills, Special Court Trial Skills and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

Tuition $1,099 | Conference Fee $299 This course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Administrative Law Adjudication Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial Skills and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

Today’s Justice: The Historic Bases (JS 642) June 18–21 New Orleans, Louisiana

National Judicial Institute and Conclave April 18–20 Chicago, Illinois

| Admin Law | Appellate | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

| Admin Law | Appellate | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

Join us as we trace the foundations of American jurisprudence and the development of American law from its revolutionary foundation to current times by analyzing select U.S. Supreme Court cases in their historic context. This course sets the stage for a thorough understanding of the historic basis for American law.

You will examine significant events in American history by reviewing the major U.S. Supreme Court cases that

This two-day course, presented in collaboration with the Judicial Division of the American Bar Association, will focus on emerging judicial ethics in today’s cases. All judges are eligible to attend. The Conclave will take place at the American Bar Association, 321 North Clark St., Chicago, Illinois. The program will commence at 1 p.m. on Wednesday,

advanced or held in abeyance the tide of changing times.

Tuition $1,399 | Conference Fee $399 This course qualifies for 2 credits toward the Master of Judicial Studies Degree Program and Judicial Studies Doctoral Program at the University of Nevada, Reno upon successful completion of the course and passing the course exam. In addition, this course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Administrative Law Adjudication Skills, Appellate Judicial Skills, Dispute Resolution Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial Skills and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

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April 18, and conclude at noon on Friday, April 20.

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2018 Courses 2018 Tribal Courses Advanced Tribal Court Management August 13–16 Reno, Nevada | Tribal |

This course provides tribal court judges and court administrators with a more in-depth examination of the business of managing a court. You will be able to: discuss external and internal jurisdictional cooperation; recognize the fundamental goals of access to justice, and the establishment of stare decisis in the tribal court; design internal controls and develop policy for enhanced court operation; assess ethical issues; and evaluate the impact of tradition and custom on court operations.

The National Tribal Judicial Center is one of the first institutions to address the specific needs of American Indian and Alaska Native tribal law judiciaries.

The curricula presented are innovative, sophisticated and designed to enhance the professional skills of tribal judges and personnel. The NTJC’s main objective is to improve justice through national programs of education and training directed toward judicial proficiency, competency, skills and understanding. The NTJC began in 2002 and is funded by a grant from the Bureau of Justice Assistance. While many courses pertain only to tribal court judges and personnel, the NTJC encourages participants to consider other courses offered by The National Judicial College that will enhance professional skills. The NTJC is guided by a 10 member council of tribal court judges, professors and tribal law experts.

Tuition $1,099 | Conference Fee $299 PREREQUISITE: Completion of Court Management for Tribal Court Judges and Personnel.

This course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Tribal Judicial Skills discipline.

Appellate Skills for Tribal Judges June 4–7 Reno, Nevada | Tribal |

This course will help you develop and apply the skills necessary to be an effective appellate court judge. It will benefit those new to the bench and those who have experience on the bench by enhancing skills in the areas of group decision-making, logical reasoning, legal analysis and opinion writing.

Tuition $1,099 | Conference Fee $299 This course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Tribal Judicial Skills discipline.

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2018 Courses Court Management for Tribal Judges and Personnel (JM 690) April 23–26 Reno, Nevada

Impaired Driving in Indian Country September 11–13 Reno, Nevada | Tribal |

| Tribal |

The efficient administration of modern tribal-justice systems requires a team of competent court personnel with the knowledge and skills to conduct a complex array of activities. This course will enhance the ability of judges and court administrators to evaluate the performance of their court in key performance areas (such as budgeting, calendaring, case management, and personnel administration) and develop practical approaches for making improvements. Judges and court administrators or court clerks responsible for court operations and management are encouraged to attend.

Tuition $1,099 | Conference Fee $299 This course qualifies for 2 “S/U” or graded credits in the Justice

Impaired driving cases are often very technical and involved, and require specialized knowledge on the part the judges who hear them. This course is specially designed for tribal court judges, who may be governed by a unique set of policies and regulations. Participants will learn how to analyze circumstances that provide a legal basis for stop, search, seizure & arrest and admissibility of testimonial or physical evidence; apply the elements of a constitutionally valid guilty plea; and identify legal issues presented concerning field sobriety tests and other demonstrative evidence per individual Tribal Code; among other matters.

Grant funded - call for eligibility This course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Tribal Judicial Skills discipline.

Management Program at the University of Nevada, Reno upon successful completion of the course and passing the course exam. In addition, this course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Tribal Judicial Skills discipline.

Writing for Tribal Judges May 22–24 Reno, Nevada

Essential Skills for Tribal Court Judges March 5–8 Tucson, Arizona | Tribal |

This course assists tribal court judges in developing the basic skills necessary to preside over criminal and civil matters in tribal court. After attending the course, you will be able to: outline appropriate jurisdictional boundaries for both civil and criminal cases in Indian Country; rule effectively on the admissibility of testimonial and documentary evidence in both civil and criminal matters; evaluate the role of tradition and custom in tribal court proceedings; write clear and well-reasoned decisions; and establish and maintain rules of court appropriate for tribal jurisdictions.

Tuition $1,399 | Conference Fee $399

| Tribal |

Tribal judges must be able to write well-reasoned, wellarticulated decisions. Your court’s clients deserve clear, unambiguous judicial documents. You can enhance the skills you need to produce strong, specific and detailed orders and decisions for your community. After participating in this course, participants will be able to: articulate the position of both legal and traditional reasoning in tribal common law; explain the difference between inductive and deductive reasoning; identify the audience as well as the purposes and constraints of written judicial opinions; and improve the skills necessary to edit and revise opinions with greater confidence.

Tuition $819 | Conference Fee $219 This course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Tribal Judicial Skills discipline.

This course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development Appellate Judicial Skills and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

“I love the NJC. The people are amazing.”

— Hon. Sheena Mousseau

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Oglala Sioux Tribal Court, South Dakota

2018 Courses Web Courses

Evidence Challenges for Administrative Law Judges

The NJC’s web-based courses allow participants to study at any time and interact with many judges from around the country in a collegial online atmosphere.

Expert faculty members will challenge participants with self-tests, assignments, and reading that can be completed anywhere a judge has access to an internetready computer. Each course will meet for at least two prescheduled web conferences hosted by the faculty.

February 19–April 6 & September 17–November 2

Ethics and Judging: Reaching Higher Ground

Tuition $639

May 14–June 29

Judicial Development program Administrative Law Adjudication Skills

Web

Web | Admin Law |

Are you making evidentiary rulings with confidence? This web-based course will help you develop the skills needed to rule accurately on issues of hearsay, foundation, privileges, and burden of proof and make correct determinations concerning both expert and lay-witness observation through real-world examples and interactive tasks.

This course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in discipline.

| Admin Law | Appellate | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

As a judge, you have the responsibility of upholding the Model Code of Judicial Conduct. During this course, you will explore the foundation of ethics, review and apply the Code to behavior both on and off the bench, and develop a framework to improve cultural competence.

Tuition $639 This course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Administrative Law Adjudication Skills, Appellate Judicial Skills, Dispute Resolution Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial Skills and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

Fundamentals of Evidence March 12–April 27 Web | Admin Law | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

This course is designed to provide you with a practical framework for ruling on evidence. You will be introduced to the principles of the Federal Rules of Evidence with a focus on using the rules to decide evidentiary issues. This course will benefit judges without law degrees who are looking for a better understanding of evidence as well as judges with law degrees who are looking for a refresher.

Ethics for the Administrative Law Judge

Tuition $639

September 24–November 9

This course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in

Web | Admin Law |

Judicial Development program Administrative Law Adjudication Skills, Special Court Trial Skills and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

Rule with confidence, knowing your decisions are ethically appropriate. This web-based course uses hypothetical scenarios, interactive learning activities, and online discussion to explore the ethical issues that face the administrative law judge. You’ll be able to apply the Model Code of Judicial Conduct for federal administrative law judges and explain the differences between your individual state code and the Model Code.

Web Self-Study

Tuition $639

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This course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Administrative Law Adjudication Skills discipline.

The NJC offers online self-paced programs, allowing judges to improve their skills anytime and anywhere. Learn more at www. judges.org/web-self-study.

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When Science Comes to Court: Forensic Evidence A Comprehensive Approach to the Management of Adult, Male Sex offenders

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Handling Inquiries from the Media

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2018 Courses April 9–May 25

Special Considerations for the Rural Court Judge

Web

September 10–October 26

Handling Small Claims Cases Effectively

| General | Special | Tribal |

Web

Small-claims cases can be among the most stressful and frustrating that a judge is called on to handle in a court of limited jurisdiction. Litigants with no knowledge of the legal system or its procedures come to your court with situations often containing very challenging legal issues.

Your job is to take these raw materials and structure them into a meaningful legal process resulting in speedy, inexpensive justice. This course will guide you through the small-claims process from pretrial to trial to post-trial proceedings, and it will help you develop practical skills for

| General | Special | Tribal |

dealing with each aspect of the process.

Judicial Development program General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special

Tuition $639

Isolation, under-funding, lack of collateral social services in the community, and a high public profile. Do these circumstances sound familiar? They will to judges in rural courts. This course shares techniques and experiences from rural judges in meeting these challenges and provides tools and suggestions you can use in your rural court.

Tuition $639 This course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Court Trial Skills and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

This course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program Special Court Trial Skills and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

Selected Criminal Evidence Issues February 19–April 6 Web | General | Military | Special | Tribal |

You are often called on to make instantaneous decisions on the admissibility of evidence from the bench. Do you have a firm grasp on all of the rules of evidence as they apply to criminal cases? This web-based course provides you with the tools to make evidentiary rulings quickly and confidently in criminal cases.

Tuition $639 This course qualifies for The National Judicial College Certificate in Judicial Development program General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial Skills and Tribal Judicial Skills disciplines.

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“The NJC provides opportunities to enhance skills, broaden horizons and think more creatively, and also to find encouragement and support from others similarly situated.”

— Hon. Bruce E. Moore Kansas Department of Labor

2018 Courses General Information Find full information at www.judges.org/courses/faq

Continuing Legal or Judicial Education (CLE/CJE) Credits

Course Cancellation Policy The NJC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any listed course. In the event that a course must be cancelled or rescheduled, the NJC will provide at least 60 days’ notice. If we cancel a course, you may request a refund of any fees or tuition paid. The NJC is not responsible for any travel or lodging costs incurred in the event of a course cancellation.

Participant Cancellation Policy You may request a full refund of fees and tuition paid if your cancellation notice is received 30 days prior to the start date of the course. Cancellations made within the 30-day period and “no shows” will be assessed a $100 cancellation fee.

Enrollment/Fee Payment The NJC reserves the right to limit the enrollment in any scheduled course. Enrollment is subject to receipt of an online registration for each participant. Tuition and conference fee must be paid in full or certified for payment prior to the first course session. The NJC accepts personal checks, traveler’s checks, cash, credit cards (Discover, MasterCard, Visa and American Express) or a signed purchase order from the responsible agency or court.

Tuition Tuition includes all course materials.

Conference Fee The mandatory conference fee provides for program costs of provided meals and special events.

Group Rates Discounted group rates may be available for some NJC courses held in Reno. Please call the Business Office at (800) 255-8343 or (775) 784-6747 for more information.

CLE/CJE credits are provided to participants via a uniform certificate of attendance form upon completion of applicable NJC courses. Individuals are responsible for filing this form with their state’s continuing legal or judicial education board/bar/commission. Although NJC courses are nationally recognized by CLE/CJE boards/bars/commissions, participants are asked to please follow their state’s specific filing rules to have their CLE/CJE credits approved. If further clarification is needed, please contact the Registrar’s Office at (800) 255-8343 or (775) 784-6747.

Copyright of Materials All materials produced for courses are copyrighted by the College or reproduced with permission of the copyright holder. It is a violation of federal law to reproduce copyrighted materials without permission of the copyright holder.

Attendance The National Judicial College has a responsibility to the funding agencies that sponsor your attendance. The NJC must ensure that the tax dollars spent on continuing education are utilized for maximum benefit. It is, therefore, the policy and practice of the NJC to award a Certificate of Completion only to a participant who completes all educational sessions.

Participants who are unable to attend a course session(s) due to an emergency situation must contact the program attorney for the course immediately.

If any portion of the course is missed, a participant may have to submit a written project determined in consultation with the program attorney for the course. Failure to receive written permission or completion of the written project may result in the denial of the Certificate of Completion and notification to the funding agency or revocation of financial assistance.

Persons with Disabilities The NJC makes every effort to ensure that courses and programs are held at facilities that are fully accessible to persons with disabilities. If you plan to attend a course and will need special facilities, assistance, or accommodations relating to a disability, please note your requirement in the “Your Visit” section of our online registration site.

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ABA Judicial Division Member 2018 Courses Scholarship Program

$500

FOR ANY IN-PERSON NJC COURSE!

Scholarships are open to judge members of the ABA Judicial Division.

Scholarships are available at any time to any Judicial Division member in good standing.

For more information, please contact Scholarship Coordinator Rebecca Bluemer at bluemer@judges.org or (775) 327-8269.

Here’s how to apply: 1. Find information about NJC in-person courses at www.judges.org/courses.

2. Click “Register” when you find the course that’s right for you.

3. You will have the option to apply for a scholarship when you confirm your course selection.

4. Enter your ABA Member ID number and request $500.

Only one scholarship is available per course.

However, there is no limit on the number of scholarships awardable to members. Participants must meet course eligibility requirements to· Course attend.

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To become an ABA Judicial Division member, please visit http://www.americanbar.org /groups/judicial.

Master and Ph.D. of Judicial Studies Program The judicial studies degree program provides a formal academic setting in which trial judges or juvenile and family court judges can integrate technical studies of the judiciary with more academic ones in an effort to provide an intellectual assessment of the role of the American judiciary.

The program is a collaboration among the University of

well as maximum use of time spent on campus. Students

Nevada, Reno (UNR), The National Judicial College (NJC)

may take day courses from UNR, which are two weeks

and the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court

in length, the NJC or the NCJFCJ, which are typically

Judges (NCJFCJ). Receiving a master’s degree in judicial

one week in length, concurrent with the UNR four-week

studies recognizes current accomplishments in judicial

evening course.

studies, encourages further achievements, and enhances one’s career. A Ph.D. is available to judges who have achieved the Master of Judicial Studies.

Considerable effort has gone into making maximum use of the relatively short time students will spend on campus.

Students should expect to spend non-classroom time

Admission Information

reading or preparing for end-of-course examinations or

Admission to the judicial studies (JS) degree program is

completion of the thesis requirement will be accomplished

limited to graduates of ABA-accredited law schools who are serving full time on the bench at the time of application.

Upon acceptance, judges may continue to participate in the program if they retire or are not re-elected. Exceptions may be made for full-time sitting judges who are graduates of recognized foreign law schools or graduates of nonaccredited American law schools who have been admitted to the Bar. Applications are accepted throughout the year.

The curriculum focuses on judges and their roles and contributions to American society and on the improvement of services rendered by judges in a free society. The curriculum encourages students to become more proficient in the diagnosis and analysis of problems through the use of techniques developed by the social, behavioral, and natural sciences, as well as by the humanities, and by research techniques used by professionals who testify in court.

Completion of Coursework To obtain the Master of Judicial Studies, a student must complete 32 credits, which is composed of 26 coursework credits and six thesis credits. A student has up to six years to complete the master’s program, but it is designed so it can be completed in three to four years. Coursework for the trial court judges major requires completion of 14 credits of approved NJC courses and 18 credits of UNR courses, which includes the thesis.

To accommodate the trial schedules of students, the program is designed to provide considerable flexibility as

projects, both before and after course attendance. The outside of courses. To receive course credit, students should expect to attend each course in its entirety and schedule travel plans accordingly.

To obtain the Ph.D., a student must complete an additional 49 credits beyond the master’s, consisting of 24 coursework credits, one comprehensive exam credit, and 24 dissertation credits.

For more information, visit judicialstudies.unr.edu or contact the Judicial Studies Program at (775) 784-6270 or jsp@unr.edu.

Justice Management Program This master’s program was developed to address the demand from justice-system personnel for a graduatelevel degree in the area of justice management. The program provides an academic foundation for those seeking education or advancement in the varied fields associated with the administration of justice. It is a collaboration among UNR, the NJC, and the NCJFCJ, and it is also supported by the National Juvenile Court Services Association, the National Center for State Courts’ Institute of Court Management, the American Probation and Parole Association, the American Correctional Association, and the Child Welfare League of America.

Those interested are encouraged to apply by contacting the Justice Management Program at (775) 784-6270.

Check www.judges.org/degree for additional information on the program and for a full list of courses that qualify.

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Professional Certificate in Judicial Development The Professional Certificate in Judicial Development is an innovative program designed for judges who want to concentrate their studies in a focused academic area. The certification is a hallmark of study that complements existing degrees. Judges who earn Certificates in Judicial Development achieve a higher level of judicial expertise, skill, and knowledge.

The National Judicial College offers certification in the following specialized areas as part of The NJC Experience: Administrative Law Adjudication Skills, Appellate Judicial Skills, Dispute Resolution Skills, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Court Trial Skills, and Tribal Judicial Skills. Other courses may be available for credit with prior approval by the NJC. Check judges.org for additional information on the program and for a full list of courses that qualify for the certificates.

How do I enroll in the certificate program of my choice?

To enroll in the certificate program, please call the NJC registrar at (800) 255-8343 or (775) 784-6747, or email registrar@judges.org.

Can courses qualify in two areas of certification simultaneously?

Yes. For example, if you elect to enroll in both the General Jurisdiction Trial Skills and Dispute Resolution Skills Certificate programs, you will receive credit in both of those programs for selected courses as long as they are within the elective and required course options for both programs. However, the same course cannot be used for more than two areas of certification.

Can I get credit for qualifying courses that I have already taken (retroactive credit)?

Yes. From the point you are accepted into the certificate program, you will be given credit for a maximum of two qualifying courses listed in your certificate choice dating back five years. For example, if you enter the program in 2018, you will be able to utilize two courses that were taken between 2011 and 2018, with a maximum of 10 retroactive credit hours.

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Are there fees for the certificate program?

The National Judicial College does not charge an application fee or any other fee for the certificate program. The only costs incurred are the usual tuition and conference fees charged for enrollment in all NJC courses.

What do I receive upon completion of the certificate program?

Upon completion of the program, you will receive a Certificate in Judicial Development.

This certificate will be awarded at graduation upon completion of the final course required for certification.

Visit www.judges.org/certificate for more information.

2018 Courses at a Glance COURSE NAME

DATES

TUITION / CONF. FEE

JAN/FEB

Advanced Bench Skills Miami, FL Evidence Challenges for Administrative Law Judges Web Course Selected Criminal Evidence Issues Web Course

Jan 25–26 Feb 19–Apr 6 Feb 19–Apr 6

$679/ $249 $639 $639

MAR

Essential Skills for Tribal Court Judges Tucson, AZ Advanced Evidence (JS 617) Monterey, CA Fundamentals of Evidence Web Course Leadership for Judges Probate Courts: Contemporary Issues (JS 638 ) Advanced Judicial Writing (JS 626) Washington, DC

Mar 5–8 Mar 12–15 Mar 12–Apr 27 Mar 19–22 Mar 19–22 Mar 26–29

$1,399 / $399 $1,399 / $399 $639 $1,099 / $299

Handling Small Claims Cases Effectively Web Course National Judicial Institute and Conclave Chicago, IL Judicial Writing (JS 615) Court Management for Tribal Judges and Personnel (JM 690) General Jurisdiction (JS 610)

Apr 9–May 25 Apr 18–20 Apr 23–26 Apr 23–26 Apr 23–May 3

$639

MAY

Conducting the Trial (JS 632) Civil Mediation Ethics and Judging: Reaching Higher Ground Web Course Management Skills for Presiding Judges Drugged Driving Essentials Writing for Tribal Judges

May 7–10 May 7–11 May 14–Jun 29 May 21–25 May 22–24 May 22–24

$1,099 / $299 $1,299 / $369 $639 $1,299 / $369 $819 / $219 $819 / $219

JUN/JUL

Appellate Skills for Tribal Judges Drugs in America Today: What Every Judge Needs to Know Las Vegas, NV Effective Caseflow Management (JS 627) (JM 690) Administrative Law: Advanced (JS 649) Wilmington, DE Evidence in a Courtroom Setting (JS 633) Jackson Hole, WY Today’s Justice: The Historic Bases (JS 642) New Orleans, LA Advanced Skills for Appellate Judges New Orleans, LA Enhancing Judicial Bench Skills (JS 624) Orlando, FL

Jun 4–7 Jun 4–6 Jun 4–7 Jun 11–14 Jun 11–14 Jun 18–21 Jun 18–21 Jul 9–12

$1,099 / $299 $1,019 / $349 $1,099 / $299 $1,399 / $399 $1,399 / $399 $1,399 / $399 $1,399 / $399 $1,399 / $399

AUG

Decision Making (JS 618) San Diego, CA Advanced Tribal Court Management Leadership for Judges Administrative Law: Fair Hearing (JS 612) Scientific Evidence & Expert Testimony (JS 622)

Aug 6–9 Aug 13–16 Aug 13–16 Aug 13–23 Aug 20–23

$1,399 / $399 $1,099 / $299 $1,099 / $299 $1,729 / $579 $1,099 / $299

SEP

Ethical Issues and the Law: A Novel Approach (JS 619) Ashland, OR Special Consideration for the Rural Court Judge Web Course Impaired Driving in Indian Country Advanced Bench Skills: Procedural Fairness Anchorage, AK Evidence Challenges for Administrative Law Judges Web Course Fourth Amendment: Comprehensive Search & Seizure (JS 645) Denver, CO Ethics for the Administrative Law Judge Web Course

Sep TBD Sep 10–Oct 26 Sep 11–13 Sep 12–14 Sep 17–Nov 2 Sep 24–27 Sep 24–Nov 9

$1,399 / $399 $639

APR

OCT/NOV

Advanced Evidence (JS 617) Civil Mediation Best Practices in Handling Cases with Self-Represented Litigants Managing Challenging Family Law Cases (JS 634) Traffic Issues in the 21st Century Ethics, Fairness & Security in Your Court and Community Las Vegas, NV General Jurisdiction (JS 610) Special Court Jurisdiction: Advanced (JS 611) Mindfulness for Judges Santa Fe, NM Designing and Presenting: A Faculty Development Workshop Logic & Opinion Writing (JS 621) Santa Fe, NM

Call for eligibility

$1,399 / $399

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$1,099 / $299 $1,099 / $299 $1,729 / $579

Call for eligibility

$679 / $249 $639 $1,399 / $399 $639

Oct 1–4 $1,099 / $299 Oct 1–5 $1,299 / $369 Oct 8–11 $1,099 / $299 Oct 8–11 $1,099 / $299 Oct 8–11 $1,099 / $299 Oct 15–18 $1,399 / $399 Oct 15–25 $1,729 / $579 Oct 15–25 $1,729 / $579 Oct 29–Nov 1 $1,399 / $399 Nov 5–8 $1,099 / $299 Nov 5–8 $1,399 / $399 2015 Course Catalog · The National Judicial College · 22 2018 Course Catalog · The National Judicial College · 22

‘One judge

holding me accountable

changed my life

and the life of everyone in my family.’

Bob Forrest, musician, recovery advocate and counselor on VH1’s Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew

Be a judge who saves lives Musician and recovery advocate Bob Forrest tells everyone that a judge, Lawrence Mira of the Superior Court of Los Angeles County, saved his life by crafting a sentence that blended detention with treatment, counseling and personal accountability.

In Drugs in America Today: What Every Judge Needs to Know (June 4-6, 2018, Las Vegas, NV), you’ll learn about brain chemistry, the effects of drugs and addiction, how to identify treatment options, and how to craft sentences that both uphold the law and bring about a positive change in the user.

Thanks to funding from the Office of National Drug Control Policy, three of our self-study courses are offered at no cost. Evidence-Based Sentencing for Drug Offenders, MedicationAssisted Treatment, and The Neuroscience of Addiction can be accessed through the NJC’s Web-Based Resource Center after registration.

These courses are part of the NJC’s initiative to fight the national opioid epidemic by teaching judges how to #PutOpioidAddictionAwayforLife.

Learn more about the campaign, these courses, and register for a course at www.judges.org.

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2018 1664 N Virginia St / MS 358 Reno, NV 89503-0705

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Courses Across the Country For 2017, the NJC is offering courses in 15 cities coast-to-coast in addition to those on our Reno campus.

Anchorage, AK

Ashland, OR

Chicago, IL

Denver, CO

Jackson Hole, WY Las Vegas, NV

New Orleans, LA

Orlando, FL

Reno, NV

San Diego, CA

Santa Fe, NM

Tucson, AZ

Miami, FL

Monterey, CA

Washington, DC

Wilmington, DE