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Treatment courts across the country offer alternatives to incarceration, reducing recidivism and saving tax payer dollars. In this video, we give you a rare look inside the workings of a successful mental health court in Duluth, MN.

This video is a mix of two presentations: Texas County Mental Health Law Plan: What is Working in Texas? Presented by: • Kristi Taylor, J.D., Executive Director, Texas Judicial Commission on Mental Health JCMH traveled to nine counties this year for the County Mental Health Law Plan Workshops. The nine counties analyzed how their counties ...

This is a mock initial competency hearing from the National Judicial College website for the Mental Competency -- Best Practices Model. For more information on the video, visit the website at www.mentalcompetency.org and click on the Resources tab, then scroll down and click on "Videos". We also invite you to visit the website to review the ...

A North Texas mental health system, which has been the subject of CBS 11 I-Team investigations for years, has been indicted on nine criminal counts due to violating the Texas Mental Health Code.

A look inside one of King County's theraputic courts for offenders with mental illness.

Advocacy Navigator is a webinar series built for families trying to navigate the complex systems that intersect with severe mental illness (SMI). Navigating care for SMI can be confusing and overwhelming. Browse TAC's community library for information and resources to help you in your journey: https://www.tac.org/community-resource-center/ More ...

Recovery courts are an impressively successful way to help people overcome their behavioral health issues. For those living with mental illness, getting their treatment regimen and medicine in order along with the structure and frequent court meetings produces positive outcomes. In this video, we hear from Judge Blake Anderson who presides over ...

The laws relating to persons with mental illness or intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) are complex and span several different codes affecting multiple, diverse stakeholders. For this reason, the JCMH created the County Mental Health Law Plan (CMHLP) program. The CMHLP is a JCMH pilot program that offers technical assistance, tools ...

Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at the agency that regulates Texas mental health professionals? Executive Director Darrel Spinks pulls back the curtain on the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (BHEC) - the unique regulatory body overseeing psychologists, counselors, marriage and family therapists, and social workers across ...

This is a mock contested competency hearing from the National Judicial College website for the Mental Competency -- Best Practices Model. For more information on the video, visit the website at www.mentalcompetency.org and click on the Resources tab, then scroll down and click on "Videos". We also invite you to visit the website to review the ...

Attorney Andreas Liewald discusses the limits of guardianship for a person diagnosed with a mental illness and under what conditions guardianship is appropriate in this Quick Takes for Your Practice video.

Meeting Agenda for September 20, 2024, 9:00 a.m. 1. Call to Order. 2. Roll Call and Certification of Quorum. 3. General Public Comments – Public Comment is limited to three (3) minutes per person, unless otherwise directed by the presiding officer. Please note that the Board may not discuss or take action on any matter raised during public ...

LIVE COURT CAM: Slender Man Stabbing Case | DAY 1 - Waukesha, WI - Morgan Geyser, 22, is seeking conditional release from the Winnebago Mental Health Institute. Geyser pleaded guilty to attempted first-degree intentional homicide after stabbing a classmate in an attempt to please Slender Man, a fictional character. She was 12 years old at the ...

This talk was given at a local TEDx event, produced independently of the TED Conferences. The news media focuses on tragic and violent events involving people with mental illnesses and, as a result, the public has an exaggerated view of the relationship between mental illness and violence, as well as their own personal risk of being harmed by ...

This is a mock competency assessment from the National Judicial College website for the Mental Competency -- Best Practices Model. For more information on the video, visit the website at www.mentalcompetency.org and click on the Resources tab, then scroll down and click on "Videos". We also invite you to visit the website to review the Mental ...

Through detailing the story of her brother — whose undiagnosed bipolar disorder and severe manic episode led him to his arrest and detainment by police for days — UNT social work student Reagan Kremer advocates for those with mental illness. She notes that they are more likely to be arrested, and offers solutions such as mobile crisis teams ...

SW BOARD MEETING AGENDA FOR SEPTEMBER 13, 2024, 10:00 A.M. 1. Call meeting to order. 2. Discussion and possible action approving the final results of the agency’s quadrennial rule review, including consideration of public comments received in writing and during the August 2, 2024, town hall. 3. Public Comment. 4. Board review and possible ...

#familycourt #JUDGE #COURT #TRENDING @courtwatchers #court Is She Faking It? Child Support Hearing Turns Into Mental Health Mystery! Ashley Bagby is in jail, facing a child support hearing. In a shocking twist, she claims a history of severe mental health issues, including dissociative amnesia, and even presents documentation from a prior court ...

'One of the most severe cases.' Psychologist and defense expert, Dr. James Reardon, testified that #SydneyPowell's #schizophrenia was one of the most severe cases he'd seen in more than 40 years. Powell's defense argue #insanity was the reason she killed her mother. #CourtTV What do YOU think? ⚖️ MORE HERE: https://www.courttv.com/tag ...

Custody hearing for a child named Waylon. Here's a summary of the key points: The Case: A custody dispute between the father, Trey Tyler Party, and the mother, Kelsey Ray Hall. Mr. Party is seeking to be named sole managing conservator. Child Protective Services (CPS) previously placed Waylon with Mr. Party due to Ms. Hall's history of drug use ...

Step into Judge Stephanie Boyd’s courtroom for a gripping case of aggravated robbery. This emotional hearing unveils the defendant’s plea for leniency, shocking testimonies, and a tough 9-year sentence. With mental health and justice at the center of this case, Judge Boyd delivers a verdict that balances compassion and the law. Witness the ...

Welcome to Crimes & Courtrooms! 👋 Caleb Cromb returns to Judge Boyd’s courtroom after violating probation in a serious family violence case. Originally charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, Cromb received a 10-year deferred sentence with strict conditions. But after failing to follow through with court-ordered mental health ...

The Unity Center for Behavioral Health doesn't allow guns beyond its lobby, even for sworn officers, and pushback from MCSO prompted a switch to virtual hearings. Read the full story here: https://www.kgw.com/article/news/investigations/mcso-unity-center-clash-gun-policy-civil-commitment-hearings/283-6311b594-48e3-4899-8267-22e160efcb25 ...

The Supreme Court announced Monday it will take up a case challenging the Tennessee law banning gender-affirming care for minors in its next term. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more on that and a Holocaust restitution case the court will also hear. CBS News 24/7 is the premier anchored streaming news service from CBS News and ...

A mental health court is a program used to connect people with appropriate treatment, community resources, and judicial monitoring to address the underlying issues. These programs may vary in their goals and target participants. They can address mental health challenges in criminal courts either pre- or post-adjudication. Download the JCMH 10 ...

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: The Texas Senate committee hearings on the school shooting in Uvalde continued Wednesday with a look at mental health and its role in gun violence.

Got a misdemeanor charge in Tarrant County? Here's what you can expect at your first court appearance and subsequent settings. Learn about initial appearances, consultation settings, and the importance of showing up on time. We’ll cover everything from dress code to what happens during your court day. If you have questions, don’t hesitate ...

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1. Call to Order. Includes roll call and excusal of absences if necessary. 2. Welcome and announcements 3. General Public Comments – Public Comment is limited to three (3) minutes per person 4. Informational Items a. Q1 Performance Measures and calculations for FY2025 b. Year-to-Date Financial Report c. Update regarding licensing functions ...

LIVE COURT CAM: Parole Hearing for Convicted Child Killer Susan Smith. Smith was convicted of drowning her two sons in a South Carolina lake in 1994. This is her first parole hearing scheduled for Nov. 20, 2024. Smith, then 23, claimed a Black man had carjacked her with the boys inside, a story that garnered national attention before she ...

This video explains the pros and cons of a pretrial diversion program, sometimes known as pretrial intervention. It considers how pretrial diversion works in criminal cases, its advantages and disadvantages. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sgustitis/ Visit https://www.gustitislaw.com for more information about a pretrial ...

Explains what happens at the Victorian Mental Health Tribunal and what to expect at a Tribunal hearing.

The Bexar County Felony Drug Court presented 32 graduates of the Specialty Treatment Courts who have overcome long histories of substance abuse, mental illness, and trauma to successfully complete the program requirements. The Felony Drug Court is an intensive 12-18 month-long program for non-violent offenders with substance abuse disorders and ...

This video explains Involuntary Treatment Orders, what's involved, and how the Mental Health Law Centre can support you.

Module 1: Understanding Mental Health Courts introduces the mental health court program model and the existing research on the impact of mental health courts, and describes other programmatic and policy changes that are similarly designed to improve outcomes for justice-involved individuals with mental illnesses.

In this tense bond hearing, “The Silent Storm Defendant” quietly drops a bombshell: he may have undiagnosed mental health issues — and Judge Boyd doesn't skip a beat. 💥 The courtroom falls silent. ⚖️ Judge Boyd weighs the safety of the community vs. the defendant’s state of mind. 🚨 Then comes the controversial $85,000 decision ...

Guardianships are a useful legal tool to help people who lack the capacity to make decisions for themselves – such as those suffering from dementia or developmental disability. In a guardianship proceeding the court appoints a guardian to manage an incapacitated person’s financial assets or personal affairs. The incapacitated person is then ...

This video explains the involuntary commitment process in West Virginia. Application for involuntary commitment: http://www.courtswv.gov/lower-courts/mental-hygiene/inv2.pdf wvsystemofcare.org

Meeting Agenda for September 12, 2024, 10:00 a.m. 1. Call to Order – Roll Call 2. Public Comments - Public comment is limited to three (3) minutes per individual, unless otherwise directed by the Board Chair. Please note that the Board may not discuss or take action on any matter raised during public comment, except to decide whether to place ...

4 Keys to Texas Temporary Order Hearings to know for divorce, child custody and visitation, child support, or intervention case. Share and visit laforestlaw.com for more info.

TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - 01:00 Introduction 1:00 - 4:10 0 What can we do to help people struggling with mental health? 04:11 - 14:20 Tell us about County Court at Law No. 3’s mental health program. 14:21 - 29:36 How did you start the mental health court? 29:37 - 32:02 What is some advice you would give to a judge thinking about starting a mental ...

Welcome to Crimes & Courtrooms! 👋 Caleb Cromb returns to Judge Boyd’s courtroom after violating probation in a serious family violence case. Originally charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, Cromb received a 10-year deferred sentence with strict conditions. But after failing to follow through with court-ordered mental health ...

‘You’re digging your hole. You hit bottom, and you’re continuing to dig’ — This judge shut down a Zoom hearing after finding out a defendant accused of assault was in the same location as his alleged survivor (warning: distressing). » Subscribe to NowThis: http://go.nowth.is/News_Subscribe » Sign up for our newsletter KnowThis to ...

Today we are in Jefferson County, Texas where Judge John Stevens, Jr. held bond violation and competency hearings two weeks apart for a felony defendant. The defendant clearly has some mental health issues, and they seem to have manifest sometime around his mid-life crisis. He quite possibly has worn hats made of tin foil, as he does speak of ...

The Texas Statewide Behavioral Health Coordinating Council was established to ensure a strategic statewide approach to behavioral health services. To learn more about the council, visit mentalhealthtx.org.