This Justice Speaks episode highlights Desiree Hermocillo’s leadership in Colorado Problem-Solving Courts. She shares how statewide coordination, funding models, and training initiatives support court innovation. From launching wellness courts to building data systems, Hermocillo outlines strategies that strengthen Colorado’s commitment to therapeutic justice.
People on probation with opioid use disorder face major barriers to accessing medications for treatment. Stigma, policy gaps, and a lack of coordination between justice and healthcare systems make recovery difficult. This blog explores actionable steps to ensure probation becomes a bridge to care—not a barrier.
Therapeutic justice redefines the judge’s role from neutral arbiter to active facilitator of change. This approach promotes individualized justice, community collaboration, and systemic reform through problem-solving courts. By embracing these principles, judges help transform lives while strengthening public confidence in the court system.
In this episode of Justice Speaks, Abbey Geffken discusses her leadership journey in Pennsylvania’s treatment court system. She shares insights on expanding training access, engaging law enforcement, and strengthening partnerships. Her strategic approach offers a blueprint for statewide treatment court growth and innovation.
In this 75th episode of Justice Speaks, JSI Co-President David Wallace interviews Cynthia Herriott, the new Vice President of Law Enforcement. Together, they explore the evolving role of ethical leadership, the importance of community engagement, and how addiction intersects with the justice system. Herriott’s experience as a former police chief informs her deep insight into progressive reforms in law enforcement and her vision for transformative justice.
Every year, children die from vehicular heatstroke—deaths that are entirely preventable. May 1 is Heatstroke Prevention Day, a national effort to raise awareness and save lives. Learn how to protect children from the dangers of hot cars, recognize the warning signs, and take action to prevent these heartbreaking tragedies. Every death is preventable.
Bill Blundell, Statewide Problem-Solving Court Manager for Illinois, shares how the state is enhancing its Problem-Solving Courts through strategic planning, federal funding, and collaborative training. This insightful conversation highlights innovative approaches and future goals aimed at expanding access to justice and strengthening specialized courts across Illinois.
Sheriff Ray Washington joins Justice Speaks to explore the Move Over Law and share his own powerful story about being struck on duty and the importance of the move over law. He and host David Wallace emphasize the dangers of distracted driving, the importance of public awareness, and how Wayne County is leading efforts to keep emergency responders safe.
This episode of Justice Speaks highlights how North Dakota treatment courts thrive through cross-agency collaboration. Jess Throlson and John Gorde share how statewide training, legislative support, and strategic planning are advancing justice reform. Learn how rural challenges are being addressed and what’s next for the state’s specialty courts.
Justice Speakers Institute (JSI) is proud to welcome Chief Cynthia Herriott as its Vice President of Law Enforcement, joining JSI’s leadership team alongside the Institute’s co-founders, Judge Brian MacKenzie (Ret.) and David Wallace, (the Traffic Safety Guy) and Chief Mack Jenkins, Vice President of Community Supervision. “I am honored to be a part of JSI and to contribute to its mission
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Desiree Hermocillo on Leading Colorado’s Problem-Solving Courts
This Justice Speaks episode highlights Desiree ... -
Bridging the Gap: MOUD Access for People on Probation
People on probation with opioid use disorder fa... -
Therapeutic Justice: Enhancing the Judge’s Role
Therapeutic justice redefines the judge’s role ...
