What is the Homicide Case Team? |Chief Judge Tierra Jones (Ep. 55)

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What is the Homicide Case Team, and why did the Eighth Judicial District Court create it?

In this episode of I'll Allow It Nevada!, we're joined by Chief Judge Tierra Jones of the Eighth Judicial District Court to explore the Homicide Case Team, a specialized approach to managing Nevada's most complex criminal cases.

Chief Judge Jones discusses what prompted the creation of the team, how homicide cases were managed before its formation, and the unique challenges these cases present. She also explains the role of the Case Management Judge, how the team coordinates complex cases, and the lessons learned since the program was established.

Whether you're a judge, court professional, attorney, law student, or simply interested in how the judicial system works behind the scenes, this conversation offers an inside look at one of Nevada's most innovative approaches to case management.

State Bar of Nevada CLE Course ID: P_20260715_50632

Certificate of Attendance: https://ow.ly/ooSi50UnWjZ

Learning Objectives:

Describe the purpose and structure of the Eighth Judicial District Court's Homicide Case Team. Explain the unique case management challenges presented by homicide cases and the rationale for a specialized case management approach. Identify lessons from the Homicide Case Team that may inform the management of other complex or specialized court dockets.

Faculty: Eighth Judicial District Court Chief Judge Tierra Jones

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