Far more pooches are working in the justice system, but defense lawyers worry their cuteness could sway juries; ‘Comet’ sports a vest and bow tie and sits in the witness box.
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A courtroom therapy dog and his handler were honored with the Crystal Kipper & Ali Kemp Memorial Award for their contributions to child victims' welfare.
Monarch Children’s Justice and Advocacy Center (MCJAC) and its partners strive to reduce the trauma experienced by children after disclosing abuse. For the past 10.5-years, Astro, a courthouse facility service dog holding the official title of "Director of Canine Services," has been there to support children throughout the entire process.