judicial ethics in problem-solving courts

A Judicial Landmine: Judicial Ethics Failures in Problem-Solving Courts

Judicial ethics are the backbone of every problem-solving court. The Howard County case shows how quickly credibility collapses when a judge abuses authority, blurs boundaries, and humiliates participants. This failure didn’t just harm individuals—it destabilized the therapeutic purpose of treatment courts and revealed how essential ethics are to sustaining legitimacy.
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Phil Bowen on Justice Innovation

The Centre for Justice Innovation: Building a Smarter and Fairer Justice System with Phil Bowen

In this episode, Justice Speaks features Phil Bowen, Director of the Centre for Justice Innovation. Bowen discusses evidence-based reforms transforming the British justice system, from diversion and smarter sentencing to procedural fairness and the Common Ground Justice Project, all aimed at building a fairer and more effective system.
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Judicial Leadership

Judicial Leadership in Problem-Solving Courts: The Key to Success Worldwide

Problem-solving courts offer a transformative approach to justice, focusing on rehabilitation instead of punishment. Research from the U.S. and U.K. shows that strong judicial leadership is essential to these courts’ success, fostering trust, improving outcomes, and breaking cycles of addiction and crime through procedural fairness and participant engagement.
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Trauma-Informed Justice

Trauma-Informed Justice: Enhancing Procedural Fairness in the Courtroom

The connection between trauma-informed justice practices and procedural fairness is profound. By adhering to the principles of procedural fairness, courts can create an environment where individuals feel safe, heard, and supported. Judges must recognize that trauma is often invisible and can affect how litigants engage with the legal system. People with trauma histories may react
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Therapeutic Jurisprudence

Therapeutic Jurisprudence: Insights from Professor David Wexler

Professor David Wexler discusses his journey, the creation of Therapeutic Jurisprudence, its global influence, and its integration into justice systems worldwide.
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trauma-informed justice

Trauma-Informed Justice: A Better Approach for Courts

Trauma is pervasive in the justice system, yet often misunderstood. This blog explores trauma-informed justice, its roots in PTSD research, and how courts can adopt compassionate, effective approaches. Learn how procedural fairness and a shift from fear-based sentencing can transform lives and improve public safety.
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trauma-informed judges

Why Trauma-Informed Judges Are Essential for Justice

Judges who understand trauma are better equipped to create fair courtroom experiences. This blog explores how trauma impacts litigants and why being trauma-informed enhances procedural fairness, improves comprehension of court orders, and fosters trust. With high trauma rates among court participants, informed judicial practice is not optional—it’s essential.
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trust in the judiciary

Trust in the Judiciary

A recent Gallup poll claimed that the trust American’s have in the judicial branch of government had fallen to a record-low. Only 53% of those polled said they had “a great deal” or “a fair amount” of trust in the judiciary. This decline was driven by conservative voters whose trust in the judiciary fell by
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