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Northampton County Judge Craig Dally | Prison Project Podcast
Northampton County Judge Craig Dally | Prison Project Podcast
Northampton County Judge Craig Dally | Prison Project Podcast
Tuesday 3rd August 2021
Judge Craig Dally discusses Mental Health and Recovery Courts' impact on justice, highlighting diversionary programs and mandatory minimums.
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Get the buttons here!Judge Craig Dally on Mental Health Courts: A New Path to Justice
It's not going to be successful in terms of seeing lower recidivism or to see people be successful in society afterwards.
Imagine a justice system that truly understands the complexities of mental health and addiction. In this episode of the Prison Project Podcast, host Alexis Raskin sits down with Judge Craig Dally from Northampton County Court of Common Pleas to discuss his pioneering work in Mental Health and Recovery Courts.
Judge Dally shares his experiences and insights on how these specialized courts are making a difference for high-risk individuals who need more than just a prison sentence to turn their lives around. He talks about the importance of addressing underlying issues like addiction and mental illness through diversionary programs that focus on rehabilitation rather than punishment.
Judge Dally also dives into the contentious topic of mandatory minimum sentences, explaining how they often strip judges of the discretion needed to impose fair and just penalties. By highlighting the limitations of mandatory minimums, he advocates for a more nuanced approach that considers the individual circumstances of each case. Throughout the conversation, you'll hear about the innovative ways technology is being used to promote fairness in the courtroom, from risk assessments to electronic monitoring.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of mental health, addiction, and criminal justice. With Alexis Raskin's thoughtful questions and Judge Dally's firsthand accounts, you'll gain a deeper understanding of how we can create a more compassionate and effective justice system.