On August 31st, NYS Chief Judge Janet DiFiore provided this video update to discuss the Unified Court System’s initial success with increasing in-person court operations. She describes the many necessary precautions in place for judges, court staff, and all court users.
Chief Judge DiFiore also discusses the role of technology staff in developing and expanding virtual courts across the state, providing examples of how technology has played a role in continuing the work of the courts during the pandemic. These include online training and education, a Coronavirus Hotline, and even remote internships.