Pennsylvanians for Modern Courts may be primarily known for it advocacy for merit selection of judges. Lesser is known for its many other important activities, such as:
1. Participation in continuing legal education programs related to judicial independence and ethics
2. Involvement in a challenge to federal campaign finance laws
3. Efforts to improve the jury system, increase the number and diversity of citizens reporting for jury duty, and enhance the juror experience.
4. Advocacy for a new Family Court facility in Philadelphia.
The the above are only some of PMC's activities to increase public faith in our judicial system.
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- EIN 23-2434262
- staff@pmconline.org
- (215) 569-1150
- 1500 John F. Kennedy Blvd. 2 Penn Center, Suite 1140 Philadelphia PA 19102 USA
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Administration of Justice, Crime & Law, Government & Public Administration
Mission: PMC functions as a court watchdog, identifying and speaking out on issues that impact the public's confidence in our courts, and then working proactively, constructively and cooperatively to reform and modernize the judiciary. We serve as a highly respected information hub for the public, policymakers, the legal community, the courts and the media. And we are a champion of the elimination of bias in Pennsylvanians courts in all its forms.
Target demographics: All Pennsylvanians
Direct beneficiaries per year: Court users
Geographic areas served: Pennsylvania