Communicating Your Mental Illness to Your Attorney as Honestly and Accurately as Possible
Working with a trusted criminal defense lawyer that you can be honest and open with is important. To receive the best legal representation, you need to always be up front with your attorney about your mental illness and the details surrounding your case. Remember, they are on your side so that you go through the […]
I Have Been Charged with a Felony, Can a Mental Illness Attorney Help?
Whether you have been charged with a felony or a misdemeanor, the attorneys at Garcia Law will defend the mentally ill no matter the circumstances. Our staff has experience with all types of cases for the mentally ill such as DUIs, drug offenses, homicides, robberies and more. So, what can you do if you are […]
Am I Eligible for Mental Health Court?
If you have a mental illness and are facing charges, dealing with the legal system can be an overwhelming experience. Fortunately, there are certain circumstances where a person with a mental illness can qualify for mental health court, making the process much easier. What are mental health courts? Mental health courts are specialty courts that […]
What Exactly are Mental Health Courts?
A serious mental health illness can make court cases complicated. Luckily, adults with a serious mental health illness can attend a Mental Health Court. You may have heard of Mental Health Courts, but what exactly are they and who qualifies for them? Definition Mental Health Courts are specialty courts that combines judicial supervision along with […]
How Social Media Can Impact Your Mental Health Case
Social media has taken the world by storm. It has changed the way we interact with each other by using platforms like Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. We use these to update everyone on everything going on in our life. However, sharing too much information can be harmful to your legal case. Photos & Posts Photos […]
New AZ Supreme Court Ruling On Insanity Defense
A new Supreme Court Ruling was decided earlier this month that says a defendant pleading insanity and voluntarily undergoing a mental health exam must provide the results to the prosecutor of the case. The ruling also states that the defendant with a mental health defense must include a statement about their impending charges. The prosecutors […]
Options for Mentally Ill Offenders That Don’t Involve Jail
Many Americans with mental illness end up in jails and prisons each year. They also tend to spend longer terms in prison and end up back in prison costing local jurisdictions more money. They are typically jailed for nonviolent reasons and end up lacking the treatment they need. So what are other options for the […]