5.9.21 LPDAM Intellectual Disabled Individuals In The Courts

On this weeks LPDAM case files we discussed restraining orders. Hey folks, this week's Casefiles of the LPDAM for Sunday morning at 7:30, but you can listen to it here early. You can listen to a new Casefiles every Sunday morning at 7:30 am on WCRN Radio AM 830and live streaming on TuneIn and anytime at LPDAMcasefiles.com This week: Intellectual disabled individuals in the courts JOE: Sean, I know you work with individuals with intellectual disabilities; how does that work within the court system? How would you grade the system? SEAN: Joe, overall I would say the court system is failing in the area of special needs due to a systematic lack of compassion and quite frankly, equality in Justice. The court system is not designed to naturally allow people with disabilities to be treated fairly without some 3rd party assistance. It seems unimaginable in the 21st century, but it’s a reality within the intellectually challenged community. Joe, a good example of what I am taking about is; I have a Department of Development Services client that was indicted in Superior court with an IQ of a 40. He was never arrested, but sent a summons to go to court. My client cannot read or write, but his guardian told him he needed to go to court. He showed up to court with no idea on why he had to go and was appointed a lawyer. The lawyers first question was “is your intellectual disability curable?” I’ll admit, even I was taken back by the question. It’s not the lawyers fault, they don’t go to law school to learn about people’s disabilities, however, it’s a systemic issue. It’s an example how far removed many criminal lawyers are from understanding their clients with disabilities. JOE: Wow, you just wouldn’t think that’s possible in today’s society. SEAN: Unfortunately, it is Joe. This is why hiring the right businesses to ensure a client is being treated fairly is paramount in getting a fair and equitable experience within the court system - no matter what type of case it is. LPDAM has spend countless hours to find the most experienced reputable licensed private investigators in Massachusetts. We did the heavy lifting for the consumer, so just hit the find an investigator tab at LPDAM.org. Joe, weather it’s an unorthodox client, a person who has been wronged, or just a plain Joe; they all deserve to have a fair experience within the court system. At LPDAM.org, you can find a professional investigator for your needs. Tilt justice in your favor by hiring an LPDAM member. Remember, you’re in good hands with LPDAM.