By JSI Associate Thomas Page, Drug Recognition Expert Emeritus The Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) program, procedure, and police officers constitute a systems approach to identifying, apprehending, and prosecuting the individual who drives while under the influence of a drug or drugs. The program and procedures were initially developed in the 1980s by Los Angeles, California, Police
Guest Authors ARIE FREIBERG, Emeritus Professor of Law, Monash UniversityDr BECKY BATAGOL, Senior Lecturer in Law, Monash UniversityBoth Co-Authors Non-Adversarial Justice, 2nd ed, 2014 The Australian published an opinion piece in which Jennifer Oriel argued that that ‘activist judges’ are usurping the role of parliament in promoting non-adversarial justice, therapeutic jurisprudence and restorative justice. The piece is
In this episode, Justice Speakers Institute founders discuss global justice principles, focusing on the World Justice Project’s rule of law framework. They explore its universal principles, nine key factors for measurement, and the critical roles of Therapeutic Jurisprudence and Procedural Fairness in ensuring justice has citizen understanding and support.
This episode introduces Justice Speakers International, a global platform connecting and supporting justice systems worldwide. From drug treatment courts to restorative justice and elder abuse, learn how JSI bridges gaps in global justice with expertise, resources, and innovative solutions to enhance programs and share ideas across continents.
Jennifer Myers could not pay $91.99 a month in child support. So she was arrested and when brought to court, where without an attorney, she was put in jail for 30 days. According to the coroner she died died in the Macomb County (Michigan) jail from a sepsis infection. However, what she may have really
This episode highlights the critical role of Family Drug Treatment Courts in addressing child abuse and neglect cases linked to substance use disorders. Discover how FDTCs promote family reunification, reduce foster care stays, and improve parental treatment outcomes using holistic, evidence-based practices to protect and support children and families.
The people of the City of Flint Michigan were poisoned. There is no evidence that this was intentional; rather Flint’s citizens were treated like numbers in an accountant’s ledger, where spending the least money was thought to be the best decision. It was when members of the Snyder (Governor of Michigan) administration understood that their
Did you know December is Impaired Driving Prevention Month? Did you know that distracted driving is included in impaired driving prevention month? Did you know that using a cell phone is as dangerous as impaired driving from alcohol or other drugs? If you use a cell phone while driving, this article is for you. For
Part one of The Nuts and Bolts of Drug Testing explores why drug testing is essential in drug treatment courts. Learn how testing reduces recidivism, monitors abstinence, and serves as a treatment adjunct. Gain insight into different testing methods and their benefits to better understand their critical role in the justice system.
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