Children’s Services Council of Broward County has produced a Youtube “Future First” episode on Early Childhood Court, giving viewers an in-depth look at how the specialized court, which focuses on the littlest of us all, works. Featured in the video are Judge Hope Bristol, Unified Family Administrative Judge, Lynn Allen, Manager of UFC Case Management, and Jessica Byczek, Supervisor of the Dependency Case Management team.

In addition to medications, treatment is individualized & focused on long-term disease management. Individuals with opioid use disorder in problem-solving courts and dependency courts use medication assisted treatment.
#OpioidAwarenessMonth

The FDA has approved three medications to treat opioid use disorder. A National Academy of sciences study says the medications are effective and “intended to normalize brain structure and function.” #OpioidAwarenessMonth

Judge Stefanie Moon hosted a moot court trial for some high school students last week in the central courthouse. The visit was facilitated by the Broward County Public Defender’s Office.

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On June 20th, The 17th hosted another Suspended Driver License Clinic at the central courthouse with more than 150 customers utilizing services in a “one stop” environment. Over 100 cases were heard by the judiciary, and over 80 attendees were either issued a driver license/ID, reinstated a suspended one, or received guidance on how to do so. Thanks to the Clerk of Courts, Brenda D. Forman and her staff, Chief Judge Jack Tuter, Judge Robert F. Diaz, Judge Kenneth A. Gottlieb, the Department of Motor Vehicles, the Department of Revenue and all other stakeholders that helped to make this event a success!