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Sasha Brisbon
Feb 25, 20193 min read
Time or Treatment?
Mentally ill offenders possess a unique set of circumstances and needs. However, all too often, the cycle through the criminal justice...
Melissa Kucemba
Feb 19, 20193 min read
Behavioral Health Initiatives as an Alternative to Incarceration
Criminal justice reform legislation is critical in reducing mass incarceration and recidivism rates. In December, 2018, Congress passed...
Kathryn Canning
Feb 11, 20193 min read
Could a Prisoner be “Unhealthy” Enough to Execute?
There has been a debate on whether a prisoner is “healthy” enough to execute. Consistent with the Eighth Amendment, and this Court’s...
Sarah Wilson
Feb 25, 20184 min read
Veterans Treatment Courts: Diverting Veterans from the Criminal Justice System
The United States military collectively is inadequate at addressing the mental health concerns of the men and woman who proudly serve...
By: Matt Goldstein
Aug 25, 20163 min read
The Role of Mental Health in the Legal Profession
The United States Constitution guarantees all individuals legal representation when they are charged with a crime. While many alleged...
Erin Haney
May 14, 20164 min read
Is the Criminal Justice System Equipped to Handle Those Suffering from Mental Illness?
As our society progresses and evolves, we understand more about mental illness and mental illness has become less stigmatized as a...
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