CRIMINAL DEFENDANTS WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL,
PSYCHIATRIC OR OTHER MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES
Mental Illness and Criminal Charges
Psychological, psychiatric, or mental health disorders often cause or contribute to criminal behavior. Unless defendants with such issues receive appropriate specialized attention, they have very limited options in a system run by police officers, prosecutors and judges who are not trained to recognize or address their special needs, but seek rather simply to "process" their case with minimal effort. Quite frankly, the criminal justice system - which frequently looks only to resolve cases promptly - just does not care about these defendants, and wants to be rid of them as quickly as possible.
In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the relationship between mental illness and criminal behavior. However, the criminal justice system can be daunting for a defendant who does not have special needs or issues. A criminal defendant with a mental health problem can find the system almost impossible to navigate unless they have counsel who understands their unique situation.
Experienced, Tenacious, and Compassionate Representation
James S. Friedman, LLC, assists and represents clients who suffer from bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and other mental health disorders or illnesses.
Criminal Defense and Treatment Options
James S. Friedman, LLC, works with psychiatrists, psychologists, substance abuse specialists, and other mental health professionals. Working with these trained professionals, Mr. Friedman identifies the client's precise issue(s) and determines how to best resolve their criminal case in a manner that both addresses the underlying psychological or psychiatric problem and reduces their exposure to criminal penalties. This approach often results in a long-term solution that is considerably more beneficial to the client, as opposed to focusing on a "quick fix" which provides only minimal short-term benefit.
If you believe that you, a friend or family member committed a crime because of a psychological, psychiatric, or mental health disorder, James S. Friedman, LLC, can help. Call Attorney James S. Friedman today at 866-484-1906 (toll-free) to schedule a consultation.
