Navigating the Criminal Justice System

COMING SOON

A NAMI resource guide for people with mental illness and their families impacted by the criminal justice system

NAMI will be releasing a new guide for people with mental illness and their families who become involved in the criminal justice system. In this forthcoming guide, you’ll find:

• Information to help you better understand the criminal justice system and its impact on people with mental illness.
• Guidance for advocating on behalf of your loved one to ensure they can access treatment and get connected to care.
• Information about the rules that structure the criminal justice system and how it might shape your experience.
• Resources to use before, during, and after being involved with the justice system.

If you are interested in being contacted when the guide is available please sign-up with the form below.