(Camden, NJ) – The Camden Vicinage, in conjunction with the Camden County Surrogate’s Office, will host Court Night on Wednesday, July 12. Court Night is an evening full of free half-hour workshops intended to educate the public on issues related to how courts function and their role in the American justice system.
“These workshops provide practical, meaningful information for members of our community who seek a better understanding of how the courts operate,” said Surrogate Michelle Gentek-Mayer. “The event is free and open to the public, and we encourage residents to come equipped with any general questions that they may have about this all-important part of their judicial system.”
The event will take place from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 6 Executive Campus, 1 S. Union Ave. in Cherry Hill. Registration will begin at 4:30 p.m.
Court representatives will be present to conduct workshops on the following areas:
- Criminal Justice Reform
- Wills and Probate
- Child Support and Child Support Termination
The workshops will provide practical information and resource material promoting a greater understanding of the court’s functions. Court representatives also will be available to answer general questions. However, individual cases will not be discussed or resolved.
Court Night is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is recommended but is not required, and can be coordinated by contacting the Ombudsman’s Office at (856) 379-2397 or by emailing CamdenHelp@njcourts.gov.
Specific sessions at this event will be recorded and broadcast on the Judiciary’s public information pages. For more information, contact Trial Court Administrator Carole A. Cummings, Esq. at (856)-379-2231.