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Combined Application to File an Amicus Curiae Brief and Proposed Amicus Curiae Brief in Support of Respondent, The People of the State of California
The brief argues that youthful offender parole should not apply to serious crimes like special circumstance murder. It asserts the state has a clear right to distinguish between offenders eligible for parole and those who are not.
Application to File Amici Curiae Brief & Brief of Amici Curiae Human Rights Watch et al., in Support of Defendant & Appellant Tony Hardin
This brief argues that denying parole hearings to those aged 18-25 sentenced to life without parole violates equal protection.
Application of Neuroscience, Psychology, and Juvenile Justice Scholars and Nonprofits to File Amicus Curiae Brief in Support of Appellant; [Proposed] Amicus Curiae Brief
This brief argues that California law should allow parole hearings for all young adults under 26 sentenced to life without parole.
Non-Party Brief of Amici Curiae Juvenile Law Center and Fourteen Juvenile Justice, Criminal Justice, Child Welfare Systems, and Adolescent Development Experts in Support of Defendant-Appellant Damian L. Hauschultz
The brief argues children need special consideration during interrogations due to their vulnerability. It asserts the trial court overlooked the impact of a 14-year-old's brain development and trauma on his statements.
Amicus Curiae Brief of Gonzaga University School of Law Women's Law Caucus, Seattle University School of Law Women's Law Caucus, and University of Washington Women's Law Caucus
The Women's Law Caucus argues that Washington law should recognize a special relationship between universities and students. This relationship compels universities to protect students from sexual assault, even beyond campus borders.
Brief of Amici Curiae Juvenile Law Center; the Center for Law, Brain and Behavior; the Sentencing Project; and the Children’s Policy and Law Initiative of Indiana on Behalf of Appellant
This brief argues that a 100-year sentence for a child is unconstitutional. It states youth are less culpable than adults and have greater reform prospects, meaning such a long sentence is effectively life without parole.
Efficacy of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for alcohol and other drug use disorders: Is a one-size-fits-all approach appropriate?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for alcohol and drug use disorders is a widely studied and used treatment. It helps individuals learn coping skills to change thoughts and behaviors related to substance use.
Updated perspectives on the neurobiology of substance use disorders using neuroimaging
Substance use disorders involve brain changes affecting decision-making and reward. Neuroimaging helps understand these alterations, which are influenced by genetics and other factors.
A comparison of medication-assisted treatment options for opioid addiction: A review of the literature
This literature review investigates medication-assisted treatments for opioid use disorder. It focuses on the efficacy of buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone in reducing relapse and harm.
Value-based decision-making network functional connectivity correlates with substance use and delay discounting behaviour among young adults
Research aims to find biological markers for substance use disorders. This involves using new dimensional models that combine categories and continuous measures to better understand who might be at risk.
Consumer Fraud against Older Adults in Digital Society- Examining Victimization and Its Impact
Population aging will lead to more older people experiencing financial exploitation. While older adults have traditionally been seen as vulnerable, their lower digital activity may offer some protection from online fraud.
Circuit dysfunctions of associative and sensorimotor basal ganglia loops in alcohol use disorder: insights from animal models
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is linked to brain circuit dysfunction that affects decision-making and action control. Understanding these changes, particularly in the basal ganglia, could help improve AUD therapies.
In re Jayden M.
The court denied reunification services due to the mother's 20-year substance use history and failed treatment efforts. Her recent progress was insufficient, given the long-standing issues.
Sager v. Duvert
The court ruled a man's lawsuit, claiming doctors negligently caused his opioid addiction through overprescribing, was filed too late under state law. Summary judgment for the doctors was upheld.
Sexton v. State
The court reversed a sentence reduction denial, finding the judge improperly deferred to the parole board. The judge should have weighed the defendant's youth, addiction, and rehabilitation.