New York State Jury Service and Reform: Notice of Public Hearing

The Williams Commission is a permanent, independent commission within the New York State Unified Court System, committed to promoting racial and ethnic fairness in the courts. Its mission is to enhance the court system’s responsiveness to communities of color while advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion across the legal profession.

The Commission will be holding a hearing to discuss challenges to jury service and explore recommendations to improve jury outreach and diversification within the Third Department, including the Third, Fourth, and Sixth Judicial Districts as follows:

Date: Thursday, January 30, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Appellate Division, Third Department
Robert Abrams Building for Law and Justice
State Street, Room 511
Albany, New York 12223

For more information on the Franklin H. Williams Judicial Commission, click here.

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