Statewide Summit on Behavioral Health: An Opportunity for Collaborative Change: Full Schedule

STATEWIDE SUMMIT ON BEHAVIORAL HEALTH:
AN OPPORTUNITY FOR COLLABORATIVE CHANGE

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4:00pm EDT

Presentation: Competency Challenges

Wednesday May 21, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT

This presentation will explore the challenges related to competency restoration in the criminal justice system at all intercepts. Each intercept will be examined through the lens of competency—whether in terms of evaluation, treatment, or court procedures—highlighting how these challenges impact individuals with behavioral health issues and the system as a whole. The session will provide a comprehensive view of the interconnected issues across intercepts, discussing strategies to address competency at every stage and improve outcomes for individuals involved in the justice system.

Speakers

Steve Leifman

Associate Administrative Judge of the Miami-Dade County Court Criminal Division (Ret.), The Leifman Group

Judge Steve Leifman served as the Associate Administrative Judge of the Miami-Dade County Court – Criminal Division from 2000 until his retirement on December 31, 2024. From 2007 – 2010, Judge Leifman served as Special Advisor on Criminal Justice and Mental Health for the Supreme... Read More →

Richard Schwermer

Utah State Court Administrator (Ret.), The Leifman Group

Richard Schwermer has been involved in all aspects of court administration for over 35 years. First as a state level trial court administrator, then as a legislative liaison and Assistant State Court Administrator, he retired as the Utah State Court Administrator in 2019.Since that... Read More →

Patricia Tobias

Administrative Director of the Idaho Courts (Ret.), The Leifman Group

Patti Tobias is a passionate and experienced Behavioral Health and Justice Consultant. Since January 1, 2025, Ms. Tobias has been a consultant with The Leifman Group working with states and communities to develop behavioral health and justice solutions. Ms. Tobias retired in 2024... Read More →

Wednesday May 21, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Turf Valley-Grand Ballroom

Presentation

Statewide Summit on Behavioral Health: An Opportunity for Collaborative Change