Forensic Services | Southern | Te Whatu Ora

Court Liaison Service

Programme Areas

Mental health

Programme Type

Forensic

Regions

Waitaki, Central Lakes, Southland, Dunedin - South Otago

Age Groups

Adult / Pakeke

Referral Types

Self referral, GP, DHB clinical services, Corrections

Description

The service provides:

• Initial informal Court reports that include mental state examination and risk assessment.
• Support / guidance on relevant legislation.
• Provide recommendations to the Courts.
• Arrange formal Court reports with the Forensic Psychiatrist. 
• Treatment and follow up in conjunction with Forensic Psychiatrist.
• Support and education to clients and family/whānau.
• Cultural input/consultation.
• Provide liaison, support and education for clients and staff within the Justice system. 
• Liaison and referrals to other agencies, if appropriate, Eg:
  
  • Child and Family Therapy Service
  • Alcohol and Drug Service
  • Psychological counselling
• Liaison with Prison Liaison Nurse for sentenced/remand inmates who require support. 

• Community Forensic Mental Health Team (Southland) Brochure (PDF, 489.7 KB)
  

  This team covers the Southland region

• Community Forensic Mental Health Team (Otago) Brochure (PDF, 462.6 KB)
  

  This team covers Central Lakes, Dunedin - South Otago and Waitaki regions

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