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Handling Capital Cases (JS 623)

November 1-5, 2009 / Naples, FL
Tuition: $1,195
Early Discount: $1,095 by 8/2/09
Conference Fee: $370

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States that impose the death penalty have an ever-increasing number of prisoners on death row. The burden of the criminal process is heavy and the proven rules often have limited use in capital cases. This course will explore the array of motions, hearings, and appeals that are unique to death penalty cases. After attending this course, participants will be able to summarize the trends in recent U.S. Supreme Court capital cases; ensure that a jury has been properly “death qualified” through voir dire; handle the penalty phase and sentencing efficiently after analyzing what constitutes aggravating and mitigating circumstances; ensure that responses to the media are appropriate and well conceived; and, rule effectively on post-trial motions.

Qualifies for 2 credits toward the Judicial Studies degree and as an elective for the Certificate in Judicial Development, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills program.

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Naples, Florida

The course will be held at the Hilton Naples Florida Hotel, (800) 445-8667, with a rate of $149 plus 10 percent tax per night. Reservations must be booked by August 31, 2009. Please reference The National Judicial College. This room block is on a first come basis and is not guaranteed.