decertification mitigation
TRANSCRIPT
DECERTIFICATION
• Meet with Attorney• Interview Client• Obtain signed releases
• Obtain all records• Assist attorney with engagement of
experts (forensic psychiatrist and/or forensic psychologist)
• Interview ClientClient informationFamily InformationEducation
IEPEmployment Community ActivityPhysical/Mental HealthNon drug/alcohol related history
Trauma/Loss Substance Abuse – Drug or alcohol
Client Family Treatment – Medical, drug, alcohol Client Family
Legal History Client Family
Self-interest, hobbies, perceptionsCompetency-related issuesCharacter Witnesses
Decertification continued
• Assist in transmittal of all records to expert
• Maintain contact with client throughout process
• Attend decertification hearing
MITIGATION
• Information gathering same as decertification
• Character references• Family background• Sentencing guidelines• Visit family• Prepare reports• Testify