It is demoralizing to feel unappreciated, so it is not surprising that many court leaders feel a bit despondent when people don’t care if courts have to do more with less. Some members of the public feel that “courts are no different than the rest of government,” and “we should have less government anyway.” Naturally,
There is much speculation regarding the impact, if any, of the McNeely [1] decision on warrantless blood draws in DUI/DUID traffic investigations, stops, DUI test refusals, and arrests. The analysis is varied with some claiming that the holding mandates that law enforcement secure a warrant prior to any blood draws while others suggest that whether a
“Lies, damned lies and statistics” is a phrase sometimes attributed to Benjamin Disraeli but certainly popularized by Mark Twain. I would add to that “lies, damned lies and scientific studies.” As discerning readers know, not all studies should be given equal weight and some are more reliable than others. The funding source is one place
Colorado’s Amendment 64 was passed as a ballot initiative in Colorado in 2012. The voters in Colorado approved the Amendment, which amended Article XVIII of the Colorado Constitution. This constitutional amendment allowed for the legalization of recreational marijuana. Colorado is one of four states and the District of Columbia that allow for legal, recreational use.
I have been working towards finding justice for well over 30 years—first as a prosecutor, then as a trainer of criminal justice professionals, followed by a national-level position advocating for a more effective court system, and now back in the courtroom as a prosecutor—and more. Over time, my perspective and focus on the meaning of
I am often asked to provide basic drug treatment court information. I think the following 15 resources are the backbone of any drug treatment court initiative. I would advise each team member to read and be prepared to discuss the materials in order to make good choices on issues such as entrance criteria, phase advancement,
State Supreme Courts are “the ultimate judicial tribunal in the court system of a particular state.” The Federal Courts only trumps them when there is a federal question and even then there is sometimes concurrent jurisdiction. On state issues they are the last word and therefore of utmost importance. The selection criteria of each state
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Specialty Courts: What the Evidence Actually Shows
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Words Matter: How Language Shapes Justice in Treatment Courts
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An Effective Framework for Responding to Substance Use Disorders in the Justice System
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