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Mental Disabilities and the Criminal Justice System

Hosted by criminal defense lawyer Elizabeth Kelley, Mental Disabilities and the Criminal Justice System provides information - and hope - to people with mental disabilities ensnared by the criminal justice system, as well as to their families and attorneys. Attorney Kelley interviews judges, mental health professionals, parents, and activists about how best to advocate for this vulnerable population.

Jan 29, 2024

This week Elizabeth Kelley talks with her guest, Tom Oliver. The two discuss his journey with an early ASD diagnosis, how it has shaped his career and expertise, and the relevant defenses that Tom has proposed to better protect his clients.

 

 

In this episode, we discuss:

  • When Tom was diagnosed with autism, and how...


Jan 8, 2024

This week Elizabeth Kelley talks with her guest, Nick Dubin. The two discuss the intersection of autism spectrum disorders and the criminal justice system.

 

 

 

 

In this episode, we discuss:

  • What common threads Nick has found in the intersection of autism spectrum disorders and the criminal justice system

  • Why jail...