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December 20, 2024 34 mins

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Tune in to I’ll Allow It Nevada as we are joined by Reno Municipal Court Chief Judge Christopher Hazlett-Stevens to explore an innovative approach to justice, Community Court. Designed to address quality of life offenses in Reno, this specialty court primarily serves the unhoused population by focusing on rehabilitation rather than punishment. Discover how this program collaborates with over 20 service providers to connect participants with critical resources like housing support, substance use treatment, mental health services, and more. Tune in to hear about the court’s successes, challenges, and the profound impact it has had on the community since its inception in 2019.

State Bar of Nevada CLE Course ID: P_20241025_50632

Certificate of Attendance: https://ow.ly/ooSi50UnWjZ

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify the mission and goals of Community Court and how it addresses quality of life offenses in Reno’s downtown area and city parks.

2. Assess how Community Court integrates the services of over 20 providers to offer participants immediate access to critical resources such as mental health care, housing assistance, and workforce development.

3. Recognize the significance of holding court sessions at the Downtown Reno Public Library and how this neutral, less formal setting benefits the process.

4. Discuss the successes of Community Court since its inception in 2019, including participant outcomes and community impact, while identifying ongoing challenges.

 

Faculty: Reno Municipal Court Chief Judge Christopher Hazlett-Stevens

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Audience:

  • Judges and court staff
  • Legal professionals
  • Educators
  • Anyone interested in specialty courts

 

CLE/CJE: 0.5 CLE/CJE credit hours are available until December 31, 2027.

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