Upcoming Events for JSI

JSI Vice President Chief Mack Jenkins (Ret.) will explore how MOUD can be effectively integrated into supervision strategies to support recovery and ensure compliance among individuals with OUD. It will discuss best practices for incorporating MOUD into supervision plans, monitoring progress, and addressing potential challenges to ensure successful treatment outcomes.

JSI Co-President Judge Brian MacKenzie (Ret.) will emphasize the importance of integrating comprehensive treatment services, including counseling and therapy, with MOUD for individuals with OUD. It will provide judges with a practical guide to understanding the benefits of integrated care, advocating for its implementation, and supporting effective treatment outcomes within the judicial system.

JSI Associate Judge Kevin Burke (Ret.) will explore the crucial role of judicial leadership in successfully implementing MOUD programs within the court system. It will discuss how judicial support, policy changes, and collaboration with healthcare providers can facilitate access to and improve outcomes for individuals with OUD.

Effective justice system responses to individuals with substance use and mental health disorders require strong collaboration between courts, treatment providers, and community partners. JSI Vice President Chief Cynthia Herriott (Ret.) will provide practical strategies to enhance communication, integrate court and treatment approaches, and engage community resources. Participants will learn how a coordinated approach improves case outcomes, supports rehabilitation, and increases public safety.

Treatment courts have demonstrated success in reducing recidivism and promoting rehabilitation. Many of their key principles—such as procedural fairness, team-based decision-making, and a balanced approach to accountability—can also be effectively applied in traditional courtrooms. JSI Co-President Judge Brian MacKenzie (Ret.) will provide judges with practical strategies for fostering collaboration, enhancing procedural fairness, and strengthening judicial engagement. By integrating these principles, judges can improve courtroom efficiency, encourage behavioral change, and build public trust in the judicial process.