SRTF
What could happen if you consistently break the rules in the program.
You could lose privileges such as walk and outings. In extreme cases removal from the program.
Who is the boss of the courtroom?
The Judge
Sunny Kim is Columbia Care's assigned psychiatrist that prescribes medication to residents to help reduce mental health symptoms.
True,
She is available once a month on a Tuesday via zoom.
What is evidence?
Something presented to the court that makes a point about the defendant being guilty or not guilty.
While at Mckenzie Ridge what is a coping skills you have learned to help reduce uncomfortable emotions?
What could happen if someone speaks or moves around in court without permission?
He/She could be held in contempt of court. This could lead to fines, time in jail, or other penalties.
Heidi is the facility administrator of Mckenzie Ridge and Denise falls as the assistant administrator and Brandon is the Facility Nurse.
False,
George is the Facility administrator.
Heidi is the Assistant administrator.
Ronica is the Facility Nurse.
What are charges?
The name of the crimes the defendant is accused of committing, accusations of breaking the law.
What are the three golden words to follow while living at The Ridge.
(Mutual) Respect, Responsibility and Safety.
What does time served mean?
The actual time the defendant was in jail or Oregon State Hospital before sentencing; the judge may decide to subtract this time from the sentence
You can return to the courtroom with a mental health diagnosis.
True,
You can return to court as long as your mental health does not interfere with your case.
What is a plea bargain?
The defendant agrees to plead guilty to a lesser charge. The District Attorney to reduce charges and or recommend a lesser sentence if the defendant will plead guilty.
What are you expected to learn during your stay at Mckenzie Ridge?
Legal skills, legal terminology, and daily life skills in order to be found fit for trial.
What are the four plea options?
Guilty
Not Guilty
Guilty Except for insanity
No contest
Is all stress out of someones control?
False,
stress can be controlled by using coping skills you may have developed.
What are fines?
An amount of money the defendant has to pay to the court.
What are examples of daily living skills? Are you expected to participate in these activities during your stay?
Basic daily living skills include showering and bathing, dressing, eating, using the toilet, and cleaning up after yourself.
Following appropriate courtroom behavior is a good way to show that you are ready to assist your attorney and that you are able to participate in your defense.
Could you share a total of three Do's or Don'ts to follow in the courtroom?
Do's:
*Shower and put on clean clothes if possible, Sit quietly in your seat, *Communicate with attorney by leaning quietly or slide a note, *Use appropriate language, *Be respectful, *Speak only when it's your turn.
Don't
*Stand up or walk around, *Speak without permission, *yell or use profanity, *Disrespect any member of the courtroom.
While at Madrone Ridge will you go directly to jail if you pass your evaluation?
False,
In most cases charges can be dropped or given probation depending on your case.
What does .370 mean? Who decides this?
It's a reference to a law (ORS 161.370) which allows a judge to send you to OSH for evaluations and treatment.
The Judge decided that you were unable to understand the court proceedings, cooperate with your attorney, or participate in your legal defense.