NACDL's staff headquarters is located in Washington, DC and can be reached by phone at (202) 872-8600. Extensions for departments and individuals are listed in the Staff Directory. Current officers of the Association can be found in the Officers Directory. Current members of the Board of Directors can be found in the Board of Directors Directory.

20^th Annual State Criminal Justice Network Conference
August 18-20, 2021 | Held Virtually

The NACDL Champion of State Criminal Justice Reform Award recognizes an individual or group whose exceptional efforts have led toward progressive reform of a state criminal justice system.

Champion of Justice Awards are bestowed upon those individuals who – through legislative, journalistic, philanthropic, or humanitarian pursuits – have staunchly preserved or defended the constitutional rights of individuals in the United States and have endeavored to ensure justice and due process for persons accused of crime.

The Champion of Public Defense Award recognizes an individual or group (lawyers and non-lawyers) for exceptional efforts in making positive changes to a local, county, state, or federal public defense system. Although the outstanding direct, individual representation of every defendant is one of NACDL's foremost goals, this award is intended to highlight efforts toward systemic advances through legislation, litigation, or other strategies.

In recognition of exceptional accomplishments over a lifetime of distinguished leadership and service on behalf of the law, NACDL has presented Lifetime Achievement Awards to individuals.

The prestigious Robert C. Heeney Memorial Award is given annually to the one criminal defense attorney who best exemplifies the goals and values of the Association and the legal profession. The award was established in 1981 to honor NACDL’s 18^th President, the late Robert C. Heeney, of Rockville, MD.

NACDL presents its Judicial Recognition Award to acknowledge judges who demonstrate a continuing dedication to protecting democratic principles and the fundamental rights of individuals within American society.

NACDL and the NACDL Foundation for Criminal Justice bestows awards as deserved on individuals and organizations who have made foundational contributions to criminal justice reform.

The Executive Director's Award is given as warranted by NACDL's Executive Director to a staff member in recognition of enduring and distinguished service to NACDL.

The White Collar Criminal Defense Award is presented to individuals who have made a profound impact on the field of white collar criminal defense advocacy.

Affiliation is granted to membership-based and policy-oriented organizations which qualify for affiliate status as outlined in Article IX of NACDL's ByLaws below.

NACDL's staff is committed to the association's mission and to serving the association's membership.

NACDL's Fourth Amendment Center offers direct assistance to defense lawyers handling cases involving new surveillance tools, technologies and tactics that infringe on the constitutional rights of people in America. The Center is available to help members of the defense bar in bringing new Fourth Amendment challenges, providing a range of support: from training and resources to expert consultation and direct litigation, all free of charge.

NACDL is a dynamic, mission-driven association committed to being a leader in identifying and reforming flaws and inequities in the criminal justice system.

The NACDL Champion of State Criminal Justice Reform Award recognizes an individual or group whose exceptional efforts have led toward progressive reform of a state criminal justice system.