The landmark Consensus Project Report, which was written by Justice Center staff and representatives of leading criminal justice and mental health organizations, was released in June 2002.
Announcements, Events, & Press Releases
The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), U.S. Department of Justice, has released its fiscal year 2010 solicitation for Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program (JMHCP) grant applications. The program was authorized by the Mentally Ill Offender Treatment and Crime Reduction Act of 2004 (MIOTCRA) and promotes coordination among criminal justice, juvenile justice, mental health, and substance abuse agencies.
Fiscal Year 2010 Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program Applicant Webinar
The Council of State Governments Justice Center is pleased to announce its first webinar in the 2010 Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program Webinar Series, sponsored by the Bureau of Justice Assistance: Fiscal Year 2010 Justice and Mental Health Collaboration Program Applicant Webinar.
Media Clips
3/4/10 — A new Veteran's Court in Philadelphia, PA is working with veterans involved involved with the criminal justice system to address their specific needs.
3/4/10 — Rhode Island police officers, including college campus officers, receive specialized response training.

