Awards

NACDL recognizes excellence within the criminal justice community.

Champion of Justice Awards

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.
Champion of Public Defense Award

The Champion of Public Defense Award recognizes an individual or group 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.
Champion of State Criminal Justice Reform Award

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.
Judicial Recognition Award

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.
Lifetime Achievement Award

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.
Marshall Stern Legislative Achievement Award

In honor of the truly unique and extraordinary achievement of the late Marshall Stern in guiding the Association's legislative strategy over the years, NACDL presents its award to the member who best demonstrates commitment to the legislative arena that Mr. Stern so eloquently embodied.
NACDL Executive Director's Award

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.
NACDL Foundation Award

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.
Robert C. Heeney Memorial Award

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 18th President, the late Robert C. Heeney, of Rockville, MD.
White Collar Criminal Defense Award

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.

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¹ The Champion of Public Defense Award was named the Champion of Indigent Defense Award until February 20, 2016.

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Champion of Justice Awards

Champion of Public Defense Award

Champion of State Criminal Justice Reform Award

Judicial Recognition Award

Lifetime Achievement Award

Marshall Stern Legislative Achievement Award

NACDL Executive Director's Award

NACDL Foundation Award

Robert C. Heeney Memorial Award

White Collar Criminal Defense Award

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