Judges' guide to mental health diversion
Who should read this
- Judges
Why this guidance matters
This resource framework can be used to promote and implement diversion strategies for individuals with behavioral health needs in their communities. Ideally, judges will use this guidance to collaborate with a range of system stakeholders to examine the entire diversion continuum but can also focus on one step of the process at a time. This guide focuses on jail diversion systems, post arrest, and pre plea.
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Judges' guide to adult mental health jargon
This resource was developed to help judges better understand mental health, more effectively communicate with individuals with mental health needs appearing before them, and provide insight on mental health to guide initiatives in their communities.
Judges' guide to youth mental health jargon
This overview of youth mental health jargon is intended to serve as a resource for judges who hear juvenile cases and who are involved in juvenile justice/mental health initiatives in their communities.
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