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A New Approach to Competency to Stand Trial | OAS Episode 236

On this episode, we spoke with three people involved in efforts to reform the process used to determine a defendant's mental competency. In the U.S. legal system, an accused person must be able to understand the charges against them and assist their lawyer in preparing a defense. In practice, such defendants often spend long periods in confinement because of a shortage of behavioral health services.

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Juvenile Justice Toolkit

Juvenile justice is a perennial issue in the states that often requires considering the appropriate balance between healthy development of children and adolescents and the need to hold young offenders accountable and keep communities safe.

The Legislative Primer Series on Front-End Justice

These reports are part of a series that explores policies that affect the front end of the criminal justice system. Each brief looks at who is entering the “front door” of the criminal justice system and gives examples of legislation, national initiatives, best practices, promising programs and key research on timely issues. The series provides legislatures with the tools they need to consider cost-effective policies that protect public safety.