Only 4 minutes long, this video is a great conversation starter to use with local police departments, victim advocacy agencies, prosecutors’ and public defenders’ offices, and others to introduce the topic and explain why effective, ongoing training is needed.
Conversation Guide: https://thearc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/NCJD_VideoConvoGuide FINAL.pdf
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This paper examines the critical issue of competency, which arises in nearly every stage of a criminal case and explores both current challenges and promising practices.
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This paper guides criminal justice professionals in proactively identifying, engaging, and supporting crime victims with disabilities.
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This fact sheet provides an overview of psychiatric disabilities, psychiatric disabilities and the criminal justice system, as well as identification and communication tips for justice professionals.
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