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EPISODE · May 6, 2026 · 31 MIN

Vicious cycle at intersection of criminal justice and mental health

from The Capitol Pressroom · host WCNY

April 30, 2026-We consider what happens to people facing criminal charges and are found not guilty because of a medical condition. We talk about reforming the mental health system with Garrett Smith, a statewide organizer for the Center for Community Alternatives, and Jayette Lansbury, a member of the New York State Criminal Justice Committee for the National Alliance on Mental Illness.

April 30, 2026-We consider what happens to people facing criminal charges and are found not guilty because of a medical condition. We talk about reforming the mental health system with Garrett Smith, a statewide organizer for the Center for Community Alternatives, and Jayette Lansbury, a member of the New York State Criminal Justice Committee for the National Alliance on Mental Illness.

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