Training

The Hague Institute for Innovation of Law will be interviewing JSI President Judge Peggy Hora (Ret.) on Oct. 16 regarding problem-solving courts and what is needed to put "people-centred justice" into practice.  It will be part of HiiL’s next annual report.

This session outlines the current condition of harm and impact of DUI offenders in the United States and Virginia and discusses one of the most effective tools to change the high risk / high need DUI offenders: DUI Courts.  JSI Co-President David Wallace will discuss this important program providing the rational and the key research

With approximately 800,000 Veterans in Virginia and a growing number of Veterans suffering from substance use disorders, mental health conditions (such as PTSD) and trauma (such as traumatic brain injury) the real question is: Why wouldn’t there be Veteran’s Treatment Dockets (VTDs) everywhere in Virginia?.  JSI Co-President David Wallace and JSI consultant Mack Jenkins will

In the last 50 years, courts in the United States have increasingly used emerging technology to assist in managing those who are under supervision. These technologies include new forms of monitoring, alcohol / drug testing, computer information systems, remote reporting, and global positioning systems. Recent studies have found that these technological approaches can reduce supervision

JSI Vice President Mack Jenkins will discuss the importance of supervision and treatment working together. With the Risk Need Responsivity (RNR) model as a backdrop, the session will address the necessary interplay between community supervision officers/agents (probation/parole) and treatment providers in working with a justice involved population with behavioral health issues. An overview of the

JSI Vice President Mack Jenkins will discuss how the goals of community supervision can be aided by innovative technologies. Various technologies designed to enhance accountability, facilitate communication, and support the delivery of evidenced based practices in community supervision will be discussed.

The Justice Speakers Institute (JSI), in collaboration with the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections, is delighted to present an opportunity for for correction and probation officers and law enforcement officers to acquire additional knowledge on how to supervise individuals with an Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and/or other Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and recognize

The Justice Speakers Institute (JSI), in collaboration with the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections, is delighted to present an opportunity for for correction and probation officers and law enforcement  officers to acquire additional knowledge on how to supervise individuals with an Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and/or other Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and recognize

An effective team has a number of ‘building blocks’ including clear objectives, balanced roles, and effective communication.  It must also have good processes for making, implementing and reviewing decisions. An effective team has appropriate leadership creating an atmosphere that allows for experimentation and openness. The subject matter of this training will be partially driven by

Join JSI President David Wallace, Vice President Chief Mack Jenkins (Ret.), and CFO Judge Brian Mackenzie (Ret.) for a day long workshop to discuss therapeutic jurisprudence and the courts.  This session is for Corrections Professionals, Police, Prosecution, treatment providers, and stakeholders.  The workshop will cover such topics as community-based supervision in Problem-Solving Courts, the function