Court Leadership in Justice Information Sharing

Adopted in August 2002, this COSCA position paper calls for courts to take an active leadership role in shaping justice information sharing systems and policies. It outlines the unique position courts hold in coordinating with law enforcement, social services, education, and other public agencies — and emphasizes that courts must guide not only the technical solutions but also the critical policy decisions surrounding privacy, data use, and governance. The paper advocates for a strategic, enterprise-level approach and highlights the importance of XML technology and data standards in building effective, integrated systems.

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