The Science Bench Book for Judges: The Gatekeepers of Scientific Evidence in the Courtroom
Anaheim Convention Center 800 W Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA, United StatesPRESENTATION CANCELED DUE TO COVID-19 Most of the forensic science portrayed on CSI and Forensic Files is wrong. Yet much of this same suspect evidence is admitted into courtrooms across the United States. This is true in part because judges do not come to the bench with a deep understanding of science and may be inclined
“People-centred Justice”
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.
The Impact of Alcohol Use on the Operation of Heavy Machinery
Alcohol is the most prominent drug of abuse. Its impairing effects can be subtle or incredibly apparent. JSI Associate Amy Miles is the Director of the Forensic Toxicology Program at the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene and she will discuss the effects of alcohol, even after one drink, and its ability to compromise operating heavy machinery safely.
Being the Best Recovery Court Judge You Can Be: Best Practices for a Recovery Court Judge
JSI Co-President Judge Brian Mackenzie (Ret.) will discuss the best practices that make a recovery court judge successful. He will examine the procedures that have been shown by research and experience to produce optimal results and how these best practices will also improve a recovery court's success.
The Perils Of Alcohol Abuse In The Workplace: 5 Tips to Protect the Company and Assist the Employee
Approximately 15% of American employees have been intoxicated due to alcohol while on the job, either from drinking before or during work. Alcohol abuse is a major problem both in the workplace, and on the corporate road. An employee with an elevated blood alcohol level or who is hungover is at increased risk for industrial
Alcohol Testing: Applying Best Practices
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center 201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD, United StatesJSI Consultants Judge Diane Bull (Ret.) and Helen Harberts, MA, JD along with Pete Andrews, Vice President, Sales at LMG Holdings, will be discussing how alcohol testing is a key factor in ensuring the success of supervised individuals, not only in treatment court but in a variety of supervision circumstances. Conducting effective testing allows the court to gauge
Charting a “New” Course – DUI Courts Making a Difference
Hotel Madison & Shenandoah Valley Conference Center 710 S. Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA, United StatesThis 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
Why a Veteran’s Treatment Docket?
Hotel Madison & Shenandoah Valley Conference Center 710 S. Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA, United StatesWith 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
The Signs & Symptoms of Alcohol and Other Drug Use/Abuse
A substance use disorder occurs when an individual continues using the substance, whether it’s alcohol, cocaine, prescription pain pills or other drugs, despite significant substance-related problems. A person who has a moderate or severe substance use disorder may put substance use before family, relationships and career. He or she will continue to drink or use
Treatment Court Graduation
JSI Consultant Judge Geno Salomone (Ret.) will provide the keynote presentation for the 61st District Court Drug and Sobriety Court graduation. He will discuss how Drug Treatment Courts help the community and families, and how they are cost effective while ultimately focused on helping the participants.
