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Criminal Justice Guides

Are you supporting someone in the criminal justice system?

It can be very difficult for friends and relatives of people with mental health problems going through the criminal justice system. Many of the people who contact us are friends and relatives who want to do the best they can to support their loved one, but they often don’t know or understand the system and feel helpless. We have five guides that cover each stage of the criminal justice system.

These guides will give you reassurance that you are not alone, answer common questions and build your confidence to support your loved one. Each guide also includes a directory of useful contacts for further information, advice and support.

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The booklets are in PDF format and you will need  the free Adobe Acrobat Reader to open these files.

1. Arrest

2. Court

3. Prison

4. Secure hospital

5. Coming home

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Rethink Mental Illness is a charity that believes a better life is possible for the millions of people affected by mental Illness. For 40 years we have brought people together to support each other through our services, groups and campaign.


Rethink Mental Illness
Registered Office 89 Albert Embankment London SE1 7TP United Kingdom

0121 522 7007 | info@rethink.org

Registered in England Number 1227970. Registered Charity Number 271028.

Rethink Mental Illness is a charity that believes a better life is possible for the millions of people affected by mental Illness by bringing people together through our groups, services and our campaigning.
Rethink Mental Illness
89 Albert Embankment London SE1 7TP United Kingdom 0121 522 7007 info@rethink.org
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