Our Mission
The mission of the Judicial Commission on Mental Health is to engage and empower court systems through collaboration, education, and leadership, thereby improving the lives of individuals with mental health needs, substance use disorders, or intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
VIDEO: Mental Health Court Webinar
Do you want to start a mental health court in your county but don't know where to begin?
Watch the replay of our May 31, 2023 webinar. JCMH Jurist-in-Residence Judge Brent Carr explains what a mental health court is and how it can help your community, then answers audience questions about how to get started.
We also showed an in-depth video to give you guidance on starting your own mental health court program. Three experts explain how they started their courts and how to keep them running smoothly. From understanding the concept of a mental health court to finding funding and registering the court, we walk you through the process.