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Site Updates

Something looks different here…


August 31, 2017 by Death Penalty Representation Project

If you think capstandards.org looks a bit different than you remember from past visits, you’re right! We have just finished making some upgrades to the appearance and function of the site. Experienced users should find all the information in the same place it has always been, just with a bit of a new look. New… Read More »

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New Search Features!


March 4, 2015 by Death Penalty Representation Project

We’re happy to announce the launch of two important new search features! Preview Text / Highlighting: Searches that include keywords will now show a preview of the text in the search results with your keywords highlighted. Remember to put your search terms in quotes if you are looking for a specific phrase. Sorted Results: Previously search… Read More »

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Site maintenance


September 12, 2014 by Emily Olson-Gault

The capstandards database will be offline on Friday, September 12 for about 30 minutes for necessary upgrades to our web platform. If you have trouble accessing summaries or files on the 12th, please try back in a little while. We will try to complete all updates as quickly as possible and post here when they… Read More »

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New feature – Conference Material List


July 10, 2013 by Death Penalty Representation Project

Registered users can now view a list of the training conferences from which materials are available in the database. The list is organized by conference sponsor, conference name, and year. If you have materials from a conference not included on the list and would like to donate them, please send an email to .  New… Read More »

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Initial Application Review Complete


April 29, 2013 by Death Penalty Representation Project

We have completed our initial review of all applications to access the secured materials. If you submitted our registration form prior to April 26, 2013 and have not received an email approving or denying your application, please send an email to . New users are always welcome, and their applications will be reviewed by a… Read More »

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Official Launch of the NCSD!


April 23, 2013 by Death Penalty Representation Project

We are thrilled to announce the official launch of the NCSD! We already have a large number of applications that we are reviewing as quickly as possible. To expedite the processing of your application, please keep in mind the following: Use your “official” work email if at all possible.  Gmail/Yahoo/Hotmail/etc. address are acceptable if there is… Read More »

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Pre-Registration Available Now


April 19, 2013 by Death Penalty Representation Project

We are planning to officially launch the site in the coming week. If you would like to register now, please use the button in the upper right hand corner of this page. We will review all applications as soon as possible after the site is fully up and running! You will receive an email notification… Read More »

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