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Record Nr.

UNINA9910915616603321

Autore

Adams Deanna M

Titolo

Advancing Equity at the Intersection of Race, Mental Illness, and Criminal Justice Involvement

Pubbl/distr/stampa

La Vergne : , : American Bar Association, , 2023

©2023

ISBN

1-63905-237-2

Edizione

[1st ed.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (156 pages)

Disciplina

345.73/05

Soggetti

Criminal justice, Administration of

Mental illness

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Nota di contenuto

Cover -- Title Page -- Copyright -- Dedication -- Contents -- Acknowledgments -- About the Author -- Introduction -- PART I Foundations --   Chapter 1 Scoping the Problem --   Chapter 2 Getting Grounded: Foundational Practice Tips for Recognizing Mental Illness and Stigma -- PART II How Criminal Justice Professionals Can Help Advance Equity --   Chapter 3 Ethical Pathways to Advocacy --   Chapter 4 Establishing Lawyering Tools for Advancing Equity -- PART III Equity on Both Sides of the Adversarial System --   Chapter 5 The Role of Prosecutors in Advancing Equity --   Chapter 6 The Role of Defense Attorneys in Advancing Equity -- PART IV Advancing Equity across the Criminal Justice Continuum --   Chapter 7 Initial Criminal Justice Involvement and Pre-Adjudication --   Chapter 8 Post-Adjudication and the Aftermath of Criminal Justice Involvement --   Chapter 9 Special Considerations for Witnesses and Survivors of Crime -- PART V Moving from Theory to Action --   Chapter 10 Navigating Authorities to Advance Equity -- Conclusion -- Index

Sommario/riassunto

This book, authored by Deanna M. Adams, explores the intersection of criminal justice and mental health, focusing on advancing equity for individuals impacted by these systems. It addresses the complexities faced by people who belong to both marginalized racial groups and those with mental health issues within the justice system. The text offers insights into the roles of prosecutors and defense attorneys in



advocating for equitable justice outcomes. It also provides practical tools and ethical pathways for legal professionals to support fairness and justice for diverse populations. The book is aimed at legal practitioners, policymakers, and scholars interested in advancing legal reforms and improving outcomes for those affected by mental illness and systemic racial disparities.