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(1 days ago) MHC Referral Instructions MHC Referral Form MHC Release of Information Additional attorney court forms can be found here. See more

https://www.seattle.gov/courts/programs-and-services/specialized-courts/mental-health-court

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Regional Mental Health Court (RMHC) - King County, …

(Just Now) WebAfter referral. Participants appear in court one or more times to meet with the RMHC team and to screen for program eligibility. During this time, the participant will be asked to sign one or more releases of information, so that the RMHC Clinicians can review records related to the participant’s current or prior mental health treatment.Defense counsel may …

https://kingcounty.gov/en/court/district-court/courts-jails-legal-system/therapeutic-specialty-courts/regional-mental-health-court

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The role WA courts play in mental health care when

(5 days ago) WebMental health care can be hard to find in the community: Often the only way people get help for serious mental health concerns is through the court system. But McHale has to judge each case based

https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/mental-health/a-trial-where-you-havent-committed-a-crime-the-role-wa-courts-play-in-mental-health-care/

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Involuntary Treatment Act Court - Superior Court - King …

(3 days ago) WebEMAIL: ITA Court Manager Theodore Hong [email protected]. PHONE: 206-848-0696. ADDRESS: 908 Jefferson St, Seattle, WA, 98104. The Involuntary Treatment Act (ITA) Court is at Harborview Medical Center. The ITA Court sees petitions for court-ordered mental health treatment not part of a criminal case.

https://kingcounty.gov/en/court/superior-court/courts-jails-legal-system/court-services-resources/ita-court-cases

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Federal judge fines WA agency $100 million for mental …

(5 days ago) WebPrevious fines in the case have gone toward mental health diversion programs. Esmy Jimenez: 206-305-4872 or [email protected] ; Most Read Local Stories

https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/mental-health/federal-judge-fines-wa-agency-100-million-for-mental-health-failures/

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Wait times decrease for WA mental health patients, but …

(8 days ago) WebMosolf said the number of court orders for criminally charged patients needing evaluations and treatment has also dropped, after reaching 38% in 2022 — likely due to a backlog of cases early in

https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/mental-health/wait-times-decrease-for-wa-mental-health-patients-but-gains-are-fragile/

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Increased Caseloads Plague King County’s Mental Health …

(4 days ago) WebA recent spike in caseloads, however, has King County officials at the highest levels sounding the alarm on the ITA Court. Since 2006, the number of cases referred to the court has nearly doubled

https://www.seattleweekly.com/news/increased-caseloads-plague-a-court-designed-to-help-the-mentally-ill/

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In a first, King County moves against WA for mental …

(2 days ago) WebThe Mental Health Project is a Seattle Times initiative focused on covering mental and behavioral health issues. were filed Tuesday in King County Superior Court in the criminal case of Jay

https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/mental-health/in-a-first-king-county-moves-against-wa-for-mental-health-failures-in-jails/

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Mental Health Court Data Reports - Courts seattle.gov

(7 days ago) WebSpecialized Courts. Seattle Community Court. Attorney Information; Domestic Violence Intervention Project. Domestic Violence Victim Resources; What Happens in Cases of Domestic Violence; DV No Contact Order FAQs; Mental Health Court; Seattle Veterans Treatment Court; Seattle Youth Traffic Court; Interpreter Services. For SMC …

https://www3.ci.seattle.wa.us/courts/about/data-and-publications/mental-health-court-data-reports

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Involuntary treatment hearings - King County, Washington

(1 days ago) WebInvoluntary treatment of a patient must meet certain requirements. It is for those with a mental illness or substance use disorder who are at risk of harming themselves or others. The King County Designated Crisis Responders (DCRs) may detain a person for up to 120 hours. The patient is sent to a behavioral health facility for evaluation

https://kingcounty.gov/en/dept/pao/courts-jails-legal-system/involuntary-treatment-hearings

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King County Proclaims May Treatment Court Month. Here’s What …

(8 days ago) WebTreatment courts provide treatment for substance use disorders and mental health disorders underlying legal system involvement while ensuring that participants have the resources and support that

https://medium.com/@KingCountySuperiorCourt/king-county-has-proclaimed-may-treatment-court-month-heres-what-that-means-for-participants-3c71b052aaa8

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Mental-health detentions have surged in King County, with …

(6 days ago) WebHospitals can seek longer periods of detention through involuntary treatment court. The cases are civil proceedings, rather than criminal, but most people are represented by public defenders.

https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/politics/mental-health-detentions-have-surged-in-king-county-with-homeless-people-more-likely-to-return/

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What actually happens in WA when someone’s not - The Seattle …

(7 days ago) WebEsmy Jimenez: 206-305-4872 or [email protected]; View Comments. Restoration treatment occurs if a defendant is found not competent to stand trial. Part medication, part education, the

https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/mental-health/what-actually-happens-in-wa-when-someones-not-competent-to-stand-trial/

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Therapeutic Courts and Collaborative Programs - King County

(2 days ago) WebOur Regional Mental Health Court (RMHC) handles cases with severe and persistent mental illness. The person involved in the case must also be amenable to services and conditions. Referrals. Seattle’s Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD) program launched in October 2011. It is the first known pre-booking diversion program for people

https://kingcounty.gov/ko-kr/dept/pao/courts-jails-legal-system/therapeutic-courts

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Empathy and Justice: King County Prosecutor Leesa Manion

(3 days ago) WebKing County Regional Mental Health Court focuses on engaging, supporting, and facilitating the stability of individuals living with mental health disorders within the criminal justice system. The court regularly meets with offenders to assess their needs, provide feedback, and maintain accountability for treatment and probation …

https://namiseattle.org/empathy-and-justice-king-county-prosecutor-leesa-manion-and-senior-deputy-prosecutor-pete-desantos-vision-for-handling-cases-involving-severe-mental-illnesses/

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Court case over fatal car crash raises issues of mental health and

(5 days ago) WebSeattle man used ax to kill 2 homeless people, charges say Family says racism at Seattle Children's hospital led to teen's death Ex-Tacoma cop acquitted in Manuel Ellis' death plans defamation suit

https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/health/court-case-over-fatal-car-crash-raises-issues-of-mental-health-and-criminal-liability/

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Mental Health Cases Michele Shaw Law Firm, Seattle Criminal …

(Just Now) Web2125 Western Avenue #330 Seattle, WA 98121. Breadcrumbs. Home. Practice Areas. Sex Offenses & Domestic Violence. Mental Health Cases. CPS Investigations & Dependencies. Child Abuse & Assault of a Child. Juvenile Defense Cases. No Contact & Protection Orders. Federal Defense. When Results Matter. Hire an experienced criminal …

https://www.micheleshawlaw.com/practices/mental-health-cases

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When the crowd leaves Trump's hush-money trial, the judge …

(4 days ago) WebThe mental health court has 56 ongoing cases in various stages, a spokesperson for the Manhattan District Attorney's Office told Business Insider. The figure represents a small percentage of the

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/other/when-the-crowd-leaves-trump-s-hush-money-trial-the-judge-spends-his-day-in-a-very-different-kind-of-court/ar-BB1n4iWx

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Trump Supreme Court Justice Wants Florida to Change Its Law

(8 days ago) WebThe Supreme Court in that case banned the use of non-unanimous juries for felonies that had been common practice in Louisiana and Oregon, according to CNN. Another case in 2022, Guzman v.

https://www.newsweek.com/gorsuch-supreme-court-trump-florida-1905454

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Bats catcher, father promoting foundation focusing on mental health

(7 days ago) WebPublished: May. 28, 2024 at 2:56 PM PDT Updated: moments ago. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Louisville Bats Catcher Michael Trautwein is working with his father, former Red Sox pitcher John Trautwein, to promote mental health and suicide prevention. “Will would love this,” said John Trautwein. The Trautwein family loves …

https://www.wave3.com/2024/05/28/bats-catcher-father-promoting-foundation-focusing-mental-health/

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Every liberal Supreme Court justice sits out decision in rare move

(Just Now) Web0. Every liberal U.S. Supreme Court justice sat out of a decision this week in a rare move for the nation's highest court. On Tuesday, Supreme Court Justices Sonia Sotomayor, Elena Kagan, and

https://www.newsweek.com/supreme-court-liberal-justices-sit-out-decision-1905521

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Event in Jackson aims to connect military families to mental health

(Just Now) WebJACKSON, Mich. (WILX) - There was a new opportunity for military families to get connected to mental health services in Jackson. On Tuesday, Jackson College hosted Service Strong—a mental health

https://www.wilx.com/2024/05/28/event-jackson-aims-connect-military-families-mental-health-services/

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Robert DeNiro Clashes With Trump Supporters Outside Court

(6 days ago) WebRobert De Niro speaks in support of U.S. President Joe Biden outside Manhattan Criminal Court. The actor branded Donald Trump a dangerous "clown" who will become a dictator for life if reelected.

https://www.newsweek.com/robert-de-niro-clashes-trump-supporters-outside-manhattan-court-1905451

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Jack Smith 'Mistake' in Trump Case Has Come Back to Bite …

(6 days ago) WebSpecial counsel Jack Smith made a "mistake" when he charged former President Donald Trump in the classified documents case in Florida and not Washington, D.C., a legal expert has said.. Harvard

https://www.newsweek.com/jack-smith-mistake-trump-classified-documents-florida-1905351

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Alvin Bragg's Team Points To 'Smoking Gun' in Trump Case

(7 days ago) WebProsecutors from the office of Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg have argued that "smoking gun" documents were presented in the New York City criminal trial of former President Donald Trump.

https://www.newsweek.com/alvin-bragg-smoking-gun-trump-case-1905602

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