| Witness Cooperation | |
|---|---|
| How it's measured | Percent of all dismissed cases that resulted from a lack of witness cooperation |
| Data elements | 1. Case disposition type 2. Reason for case dismissal 3. Date of case disposition |
| Frequency | Monthly |
| Desired direction | Decrease in percent of dismissed cases |
| Rationale for measuring this indicator | Witness refusal to testify is often detrimental to case prosecution. A lack of public trust and confidence in the criminal justice system is one reason for witness non-cooperation. Testifying poses financial, familial, employment, and social challenges for witnesses that prosecutors should help alleviate. |
