The Dauphin County Bail Fund Court Watch program monitors criminal court proceedings in Dauphin County. The criminal-legal system makes profound decisions about bail, pretrial detention and sentencing that are often hidden from public view. Courtwatching allows community members to hold the carceral system accountable and advocate for transformative change by collecting data and publicly reporting our observations.
To get started with volunteering as a courtwatcher, contact us to attend a virtual court watching orientation.