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Guardianship Abuse: Bad Apples or Tip of the Iceberg?
January 2025
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When cases involving high-profile individuals, like Britney Spears, make national headlines, issues surrounding guardianship and conservatorship take center stage. But after those specific cases resolve and national interest fades, the systemic issues remain. We have very little data on how the guardianship system is actually working, and the scope and prevalence of guardianship abuse remains unclear. We don’t know how many individuals suffer abuse under guardianship. We don’t know to what extent guardianship, when properly executed, improves the lives of those it’s intended to serve.
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A Conversation with Roberta Roper: The Evolution of Victims' Rights
September 2022
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To commemorate the annual observance of the National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims on September 25, Office for Victims of Crime Director Kristina Rose speaks to Roberta Roper about the murder of her beloved daughter, Stephanie. Hear Roberta’s inspiring story and how the crime victims’ field has changed in the past four decades and learn about the ongoing work that needs to be done to help all victims of crime find their justice.
The Story of Veterans Treatment Courts: Judge Robert Russell
September 2022
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Today, across the U.S., there are 500 specialized courts designed to address the needs of military veterans. During this podcast episode, Judge Robert Russell explains how he founded the first one.
National Drug Court Month
June 2022
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A nationally recognized expert discusses America’s 3,800 drug and treatment courts, which are transforming the way the justice system addresses people with substance use and addiction issues.
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