Module 6

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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 28203 704-332-9001
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Why are we here?

• Understand TASCs role in the criminal justice
  system
• Learn what testimony may be provided
• Learn court preparation techniques
• Learn how to provide testimony

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North Carolina Courts

• Supreme Court
• Court of Appeals
• Superior Court
• District Court
• Small Claims

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Whats the
of TASC in the courtroom?
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The role of TASC in court is to provide
objective information, not win or lose cases.
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How do we remain neutral?

• Provide factual information
• Provide information based on TASC criteria and
  standards

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Why would we be in court?
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Courtroom Procedures

• Prioritize
• Check-in with both sides
• Wait

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Testimony

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

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Categories of testimony

• Drug Addiction
• Likelihood for rehabilitation
• Diagnoses
• Treatment recommendations
• Progress in treatment
• Unsuccessful discharge

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Testimony Issues

• Credibility
• Demeanor
• Preparation
• Requests for sentencing recommendations

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Testimony Tips

• Be prepared
• Be confident
• Remember confidentiality
• Be respectful

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Practice
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It's a wrap--any questions ?