Abstract
It is easy to become discouraged by the depth of the social problems which lead to sad and ineffective interactions between mental health consumers and the justice system. However, despite the odds, there are positive measures which can be taken to begin making progress. What follows is a range of suggestions for the development of initiatives in our local community, where the Bar may assume a leadership role.
| Original language | Canadian English |
|---|---|
| Journal | Articles, Book Chapters, & Popular Press |
| Publication status | Published - Jan. 1 2007 |
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 1 No Poverty -
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Keywords
- Mental Health Courts
- Criminalization
- Mental Illness and Crime
- Law and Policy
- Support
- Psychiatric Facilities
- Societal Responses
- Community Based Resources
- Local Initiatives
- Nova Scotia Bar Association
Disciplines
- Criminal Law
- Disability Law
- Health Law and Policy
- Human Rights Law
- Law
- Law and Society
- Legislation
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