New Initiative Launched to Reform Family Court Procedures
We are excited to announce the launch of our comprehensive Family Court Reform Initiative, a groundbreaking effort to bring transparency, fairness, and accountability to family court proceedings nationwide.
The Challenge
For too long, families have navigated a system that lacks adequate transparency and often fails to protect fundamental parental rights. Our research has revealed systemic issues that disproportionately affect low-income families and create unnecessary barriers to justice.
Our Approach
The Family Court Reform Initiative focuses on three key pillars:
1. Transparency and Accountability
We’re advocating for:
- Mandatory recording of all court proceedings
- Public access to anonymized court data
- Clear standards for judicial decision-making
- Regular performance reviews of family court judges
2. Access to Justice
Our initiative promotes:
- Expanded legal aid funding for families
- Simplified court procedures that don’t require attorneys
- Translation services for non-English speakers
- Child care services at courthouses
3. Due Process Protections
We’re pushing for:
- Stricter standards for evidence in custody cases
- Mandatory legal representation in cases involving potential loss of custody
- Clear timelines for case resolution
- Rights advisories in plain language
Early Successes
We’ve already seen promising results in several pilot jurisdictions:
- Ohio: Implementation of court proceeding recordings led to a 35% reduction in appeals
- California: Expanded legal aid resulted in better outcomes for families while reducing court costs
- Texas: Simplified procedures cut average case resolution time by 40%
Get Involved
This initiative needs your support. Here’s how you can help:
- Sign our petition for family court reform in your state
- Share your story to help us document the need for change
- Donate to support our advocacy efforts
- Volunteer with local family justice organizations
Together, we can build a family court system that truly serves the best interests of children and respects the rights of all parents.
For more information about the Family Court Reform Initiative, contact us at reform@endccc.org