Module 6 The Criminal Justice System Mary Ward Director of TASC Case Management Services McLeod Addictive Disease Center 145 Remount Road Charlotte, NC.

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Module 6 The Criminal Justice System Mary Ward Director of TASC Case Management Services McLeod Addictive Disease Center 145 Remount Road Charlotte, NC

Why are we here? n Understand TASC’s role in the criminal justice system n Learn what testimony may be provided n Learn court preparation techniques n Learn how to provide testimony

North Carolina Courts n Supreme Court n Court of Appeals n Superior Court n District Court n Small Claims

What’s the of TASC in the courtroom?

The role of TASC in court is to provide objective information, not win or lose cases.

How do we remain neutral? n Provide factual information n Provide information based on TASC criteria and standards

Why would we be in court?

Courtroom Procedures n Prioritize n Check-in with both sides n Wait

Testimony n Remain neutral n Provide information n Educate and enhance public relations with court personnel

Categories of testimony n Drug Addiction n Likelihood for rehabilitation n Diagnoses n Treatment recommendations n Progress in treatment n Unsuccessful discharge

Testimony Issues n Credibility n Demeanor n Preparation n Requests for sentencing recommendations

Testimony Tips n Be prepared n Be confident n Remember confidentiality n Be respectful

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