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Psychiatric assessment and diversion schemes: problems associated with brief court reports

Leeds Community and Mental Health Services, Malham House, 25 Hyde Terrace, Leeds LS2 9LN

Jane Gill, Deputy Clerk to the Justices

Leeds District Magistrates' Court, PO Box 97, Westgate, Leeds LS1 3JP

^* Correspondence

Mental health professionals are becoming increasingly involved with the criminal justice system through their work in psychiatric assessment and diversion schemes. Preparation of reports for the courts requires knowledge of the legal system. Those preparing such reports need specific training for this work.