UMMS Affiliation
Department of Psychiatry, Center for Mental Health Services Research
Publication Date
2011-11
Document Type
Book
Subjects
Juvenile Delinquency; Adolescent; Adolescent Psychology; Mental Competency
Disciplines
Health Services Research | Mental and Social Health | Psychiatric and Mental Health | Psychiatry | Psychiatry and Psychology
Abstract
The National Youth Screening and Assessment Project, part of the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation’s Models for Change Initiative recently released a guide for policymakers who are considering creating juvenile competence to stand trial legislation. Authored by Kimberly Larson, J.D., Ph.D. and Thomas Grisso, Ph.D., the guide outlines the sixteen most important points lawmakers must consider in the creation of such legislation. Statutory language examples are provided throughout the guide on each of the sixteen key issues.
This guide provides a comprehensive look at juveniles’ competence to stand trial. It will be of use not only to those considering drafting legislation in this area or currently creating juvenile competence to stand trial laws in their state, but also to judges who are addressing the issue of competence within their courts. Attorneys and mental health professionals can also use it to learn more about the application of competence to juveniles.
Rights and Permissions
© National Youth Screening & Assessment Project. The preparation of this document was supported by the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation through its Models for Change initiative. This publication may be reproduced and distributed for educational purposes without prior permission, so long as the material is identified as being the property of the National Youth Screening & Assessment Project. Use of this publication for commercial purposes in print, electronic, or any other medium requires permission from the National Youth Screening & Assessment Project. The content or form of this publication may not be altered without prior permission from the National Youth Screening and Assessment Project.
The complete guide is available online at http://modelsforchange.net/publications/330.
Source
Kimberly Larson, J.D., Ph.D. and Thomas Grisso, Ph.D., Developing Statutes for Competence to Stand Trial in Juvenile Delinquency Proceedings: A Guide for Lawmakers
Journal/Book/Conference Title
Developing Statutes for Competence to Stand Trial in Juvenile Delinquency Proceedings: A Guide for Lawmakers
Repository Citation
Larson, Kimberly A.; Grisso, Thomas; and National Youth Screening & Assessment Project, "Developing Statutes for Competence to Stand Trial in Juvenile Delinquency Proceedings: A Guide for Lawmakers" (2011). Systems and Psychosocial Advances Research Center Publications and Presentations. 502.
https://escholarship.umassmed.edu/psych_cmhsr/502
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