PDF Persons Living with Dementia in the Criminal Legal System
A lack of data and information on justice-involved adults with dementia significantly impairs our ability to set a policy agenda that addresses the unique needs of this population across the justice intercept points. To help fill the gap, this mixed-method, cross-collaborative research effort collected survey data and conducted interviews with a variety of correctional health and legal field stakeholders to learn about their experiences working or interacting with people with dementia in the criminal legal system.