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The Disciplinary Board's "Lawyer Well-Being" webpage connects Pennsylvania attorneys with pertinent resources, articles, events, and CLE opportunities to better understand and support their mental health and well-being: https://lnkd.in/eaBsDfRQ #LawyerWellBeing #AttorneyEthics #LawPractice

Explore the foundational pillars of Mental Health Capacity Legislation through an in-depth examination of Decision-Making Representation Orders. Delve into the rigorous criteria guiding court considerations, the meticulous formalities associated with affidavit submission, and the pivotal role of consent in safeguarding individual rights. #PeterOConnor #Solicitors #IrelandSolicitors #LawConsultant #LegalAdvice #LegalServices #LegalSupport #LegalChanges https://lnkd.in/gDUYuaGn

It's not easy to talk about your mental health, but it's an important part of changing the perception of mental health in law enforcement. ASPIRE is committed to finding evidence-based guidance to help agencies retain officers. >>> https://buff.ly/44yqhey #ASPIRE #MentalHealthMonth #ASPIREforAll

Transforming Justice: AOT Law and Civil Commitment for Mental Health Treatment Substack:https://lnkd.in/eeE83ry3 Youtube: https://lnkd.in/e6pKBXZF Discover how the implementation of Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) law combined with civil commitment can revolutionize our justice system. Learn how individuals with no fault brain illnesses can receive treatment instead of harsh sentences, keeping their police records clean. Stay informed on the impactful changes happening today. #TransformingJustice #MentalHealthTreatment #AOTLaw #CivilCommitment #JusticeSystemReform #BrainIllnessTreatment #NoFaultIllness #MentalHealthAwareness #InclusiveJustice #BreakTheStigma

🕒 The pretrial period is a crucial time for intervention and support. A new video made in partnership with the Early Justice Strategies Lab at George Mason University highlights insights from 256 defendants across 10 Indiana jurisdictions. Dive in to find out what defendants think. 💡 Defendants preferred risk assessments over money bail and emphasized the need for essential services like housing, mental health care, and transportation. 🔗 Watch the full video now and explore key takeaways: https://bit.ly/3YNYXIB #CriminalJustice #CriminalLegalSystem #PretrialReform #PublicSafety

Discovering the Hidden Side of Law Enforcement: Mental Health and Trauma Join us as we shed light on the lesser-known work performed by the 6 in law enforcement. Hear personal stories and experiences, including the impact of mental health. A powerful conversation on the importance of being connected in a disconnected world. #LawEnforcement #MentalHealthAwareness #TraumaRecovery #MentalWellness #FirstResponderSupport #BreakingTheStigma #PTSDAwareness #EmotionalWellbeing #CommunityConnections #HealingJourney

'It turns out mental health difficulties are extremely common in the legal profession, and we had all been suffering alone, fearful about what others would think if we revealed that part of ourselves. That climate of fear only fuelled the difficulty of the experience.' Sidley Austin LLP private equity partner Lyndsey Laverack on changing attitudes towards mental health in the legal profession and how women are making inroads into practice areas traditionally dominated by men. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/edn764Yt #legalbusiness #law #lawyers #mentalhealth #diversity #privateequity

📰 NEWS REPORT 📰 A Florida Justice Institute client, Cynthia Murphy, visited the Florida Legislature to advocate for change in access to mental health care in the Criminal Justice system. This has become her mission since the loss of her son, Tristin, as a result of mishandled mental illness in the justice system. 🖥️ www.fji.law #floridajusticeinstitute #floridajustice #floridaprisonreform #socialjusticechampion #socialjustice #legaladvocate #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthprisonreform

Can a person with mental health challenges be retried for murder after a jury finds them not guilty due to insanity? Damian McElrath's case brings this question to the forefront. Accused of a tragic crime against his mother, the jury's verdict was mixed: not guilty due to insanity on one charge, but guilty on others, leading to legal confusion. Georgia pushed for a retrial, but the Supreme Court made it clear: a not guilty due to insanity verdict is final, prohibiting any retrial on the same charge. This ruling marks a significant moment for justice and the rights of individuals with mental health issues. Dive deeper into this landmark decision in the Audio Law Reader app!