Video of Supreme Court Justices
Helps Mark Constitution Day 2008

See and hear firsthand, in a 37-minute video, the perspectives of two Supreme Court justices on how the nation's highest court decides what the Constitution means. Details.
(September 10, 2008)

Bankruptcy Filings
Rise 28.9 Percent

Bankruptcy filings in federal courts rose by 28.9 percent in the 12-month period that ended June 30, 2008. There were 967,831 bankruptcy cases filed during that period, compared to 751,056 cases the previous 12 months. News Release.
(August 27, 2008)

Victim Notification System
Enhancements Coming

A system has been developed that can automatically send crime victims and their families information from federal courts, helping ensure that crime victims are afforded the right to reasonable, accurate, and timely notice of any relevant public court proceeding. Details.
(September 11, 2008)

History of Federal Judgeships
Can Be Viewed State by State

Two newly updated features let you trace the growth of the federal court system over more than 200 years, state by state for the district courts and by each judicial circuit for the courts of appeals. District Courts. Appeals Courts.
(September 05, 2008)