Neurodivergence in the CJS and the role of the Bar (Part 1)

Smith, Tom

Abstract

The first of a two-part series of articles examining the experience of neurodivergent individuals (for example, those who are autistic or have ADHD) in the criminal justice system, and how criminal defence barristers can mitigate or aggravate challenges for neurodivergent clients when undertaking their role as legal representatives.

• Journal Article Type: Article
• Acceptance Date: Oct 1, 2022
• Online Publication Date: Oct 28, 2022
• Publication Date: Oct 28, 2022
• Deposit Date: Nov 7, 2022
• Publicly Available Date: Nov 29, 2022
• Journal: Council
• Peer Reviewed: Not Peer Reviewed
• Issue: October 2022
• Keywords: Neurodivergence, CJS, Criminal Justice System, Justice, Law
• Public URL: https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/10127986
• Publisher URL: https://www.counselmagazine.co.uk/articles/neurodivergence-in-the-cjs-the-role-of-the-bar-(1)
• Related Public URLs: https://www.uwe.ac.uk/research/centres-and-groups/global-crime-justice-security/neurodivergence-in-criminal-justice; ; www.theadvocatesgateway.org