This book examines Mental Health Courts (MHC) within a socio-legal
framework. Placing these courts within broader trends in criminal
justice, especially problem-solving courts, the author draws from
two case studies with a mixed-methods design. While court
observational and interview data highlight the role of rituals and
procedural justice in the practices of the court, quantitative data
demonstrates the impact of incentives, mental health treatment
compliance and graduating patterns from MHC in altering patterns of
criminal recidivism. In utilising these methods, this book provides
a new understanding of the social processes by which MHCs operate,
while narrative stories from MHC participants illustrate both the
potential and limitations of these courts. Concluding by charting
potential improvements for the functioning and effectiveness of
MHCs, the author suggests potential reforms and 'best practices'
for the future in tandem with rigorous analysis. This book will be
of value and interest to students and scholars of criminology, law,
and social work, as well as practitioners.
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