Drug Treatment Courts

A Judge’s Journey: How Drug Treatment Courts Transformed Justice – Part 1

In part one of this series, Judge Brian MacKenzie interviews Judge Michael Haley about his law review article, Drug Court: The Criminal Justice System Rolls the Rock. Judge Haley shares his journey in developing a Drug Treatment Court, the challenges faced, and how these courts provide hope and transform sentencing practices.
Motorcycle Safety Awareness

Motorcycle Safety Awareness: Share the Road Year-Round

It’s getting warmer and spring time is here, which means motorcyclists will be out in force. How many more motorcyclists, you ask? In 2013, there were almost 8½ million registered motorcycles, up from 5 million in 2002.  And, while motorcycles account for only 3% of all registered vehicles and a mere 0.7% of all vehicle miles
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Alcohol Monitoring

Monitoring Alcohol Abstinence: Ensuring Compliance in Criminal Justice

This episode explores the role of alcohol monitoring in ensuring compliance with abstinence clauses in the criminal justice system. Learn about tools like Ignition Interlock Devices, Continuous Alcohol Monitoring, and 24/7 programs, as well as the legal and technological advancements that improve oversight and promote accountability among offenders.
DEA Reclassifies Marijuana

DEA Reclassifies Marijuana: What It Could Mean

This week the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) said that it will make a decision in the coming months on whether to remove marijuana (cannabis) as a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act. Marijuana has been in that classification since the promulgation of the Act in 1970. The Act classifies drugs into five categories.
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Distracted Driving

The Dangers of Distracted Driving: Myths, Risks, and Solutions

Distracted driving is a growing epidemic, causing thousands of crashes, injuries, and fatalities annually. This episode explores its dangers, myths, and solutions for safer roads.