Justice Reinvestment in Arkansas: Fourth Presentation
This presentation focuses on mental illness in county jails and how states across the country are dealing with this challenge. It includes material from the National 'Stepping Up' Summit as well as some Arkansas-specific information on the availability of behavioral health services at the community level.
April 28, 2016 | The Council of State Governments Justice Center
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