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About AJS

The American Judicature Society (AJS), founded in 1913, is an independent, national, nonpartisan organization of judges, lawyers, and other members of the public who seek to improve the justice system. AJS, which brings a public perspective to justice system issues, has the mission to secure and promote an independent and qualified judiciary and fair system of justice. Primary areas of focus are:
Judicial independence
Judicial conduct and ethics
Judicial selection
The jury
Criminal justice system
Public understanding of the justice system

Strategic Plan of AJS

The Strategic Plan outlines the major focus areas of AJS research and programming over the next three to five years, based upon the Society’s mission “to secure and promote an independent and qualified judiciary and a fair system of justice.” To view the AJS Strategic Plan, click here.

AJS Offices

American Judicature Society
The Opperman Center at Drake University
2700 University Avenue
Des Moines, Iowa 50311
Phone: (800) 626-4089 or (515) 271-2281
Fax: (515) 279-3090

American Judicature Society
Institute of Forensic Science and Public Policy
101 West Friendly Street, Suite 100
Greensboro, North Carolina 27401
Phone: (336) 373-6AJS (6257)
Fax: (336) 373-6258

Leadership of AJS

AJS President is Hon. John R. Tunheim, U.S. District Judge for the District of Minnesota.
Click here to learn more about the AJS Board of Directors.
Click here to learn more about the National Advisory Council.

AJS Video

This five-minute video conveys the history and essence of the mission & work of AJS.
View video.

21st National College on Judicial Conduct and Ethics

October 29-31, 2008 Chicago, Illinois
Click here for details.

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