DYNAMICS OF COURTHOUSE JUSTICE

1) Assembly line justice - a criminal justice decisions being made so fast that defendants are processed than individuals

 2) Courtroom work group - the regular participants in the daily activities of a particular courtroom: generally the judge, prosecuting attorneys, and defense attorneys

 3) Discretion - the lawful ability of an agent of government to exercise choice in making a decision

 4) Normal crime - crimes categorized as typical based on individual court’s experiences with such types of crime allowing rapid decision making

 5) Routine administration - the routine handling of matters involving little or no disputes over law or fact

 6) Speedy trial laws - laws enacted at both the state and federal levels to encourage courtroom efficiency in handling caseloads