Judges and Judiciary
Jan. 23, 2014
'Comfort dogs' a growing phenomenon in courtrooms across the state
Dogs used to provide emotional support to witnesses are becoming more common in the criminal justice system. But they're raising the ire of some in the defense bar who believe the canines are used to sway juries.
Daily Journal Staff Writer
They're quiet - albeit panting - spectators who usually don't raise much of a ruckus in court. Standard poodles, Labradors and other retrievers are becoming an increasingly common sight in courtrooms across California. Comfort dogs, as they are known, are being made available to victims and witnesses of physical, emotional or sexual abuse to lower the stress and anxiety of the criminal justice syste...
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