Transcript Module 6
Module 6
The Criminal
Justice System
Mary Ward
Director of TASC Case Management Services
McLeod Addictive Disease Center
145 Remount Road
Charlotte, NC 28203
704-332-9001
Why are we here?
Understand TASC’s role in the
criminal justice system
Learn what testimony may be
provided
Learn court preparation techniques
Learn how to provide testimony
North Carolina Courts
Supreme Court
Court of Appeals
Superior Court
District Court
Small Claims
What’s the
of TASC in the courtroom?
The role of TASC in court is
to provide objective information,
not win or lose cases.
How do we remain neutral?
Provide factual
information
Provide
information based
on TASC criteria
and standards
Why would we be in court?
Courtroom Procedures
Prioritize
Check-in with
both sides
Wait
Testimony
Remain neutral
Provide
information
Educate and
enhance public
relations with
court personnel
Categories of testimony
Drug Addiction
Likelihood for rehabilitation
Diagnoses
Treatment recommendations
Progress in treatment
Unsuccessful discharge
Testimony Issues
Credibility
Demeanor
Preparation
Requests for
sentencing
recommendations
Testimony Tips
Be prepared
Be confident
Remember confidentiality
Be respectful