Montana State Legislature

Committee Topic: Problem-Solving Courts

Committee Topic: Problem-Solving Courts

Interim committees may take up other matters related to the agencies and topic areas they oversee. Depending on whether members put greater or less emphasis on their statutory duties related to interim studies and agency monitoring, they have more time to focus on LJIC-relevant member issues.

Members may propose investigation of emerging issues at any time during the interim. Agencies may also request that the Committee study an emerging issue that has resulted from court decisions, federal actions, or another cause.

Emerging issues are not necessarily member issues and may be raised by an agency or by staff. However, to be on the agenda, the presiding officer or other LJIC member must request agenda time.

Problem-Solving Courts Related Materials:
 

July 2023:
The committee adopted its work plan and selected a low level of study of problem-solving courts.

February 2024: 

The committee heard from Court Administrator Beth McLaughlin and Judge Mary J. Knisely of the 13th Judicial District about treatment courts in Montana. The committee discussed the possibility of visiting a treatment court at a future meeting. 

Meeting Materials:

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