Upcoming Problem-Solving Courts Symposium in New York

Problem Solving Courts Symposium: The Pros And Cons Of Treatment In The Criminal Justice System

April 20, 2010
New York County Lawyers' Association
14 Vesey Street
New York, NY 10007-2992
Confirmed Panelists Include:
Honorable Marcia Hirsch, Presiding Justice, Queens Treatment Court
Justin Barry, New York City Drug Court Coordinator
Marvin Schechter, Co-Chair NACDL Problem-Solving Courts Task Force
Candice Singer, Policy Analyst, National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence New Jersey
Moderator: Joel Schumm, Professor, Indiana University School of Law

To examine problem-solving courts, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL), and the New York County Lawyers Association (NYCLA), are co-sponsoring a symposium in which
interested groups will debate the various functions of problem-solving courts including access, standards and whether those most in need of treatment are being serviced. The discussion will focus on how we can effectively find solutions to some of society’s health concerns while balancing individual constitutional rights.

Light refreshments will be provided

Please see more information at www.nacdl.org/drugcourts or contact Angelyn C. Frazer at angelyn@nacdl.org or Keith Schmidt at keiths19@gmail.com