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32 verbatim requirements from document (unlisted) [unlisted] charlottemhhandbook.
20th Judicial Circuit. Procedural information only; not legal advice.
Verbatim from https://www.ca.cjis20.org/pdf/charlottemhhandbook.pdf, harvested 2026-07-25; whitespace normalised only. • (See full eligibility criteria on the next page.) It is a post-adjudication program, meaning all defendants who enter the program must enter a plea and be sentenced into the program as a special condition of probation. • However, once an individual has been sentenced, they may not voluntarily withdraw from the program without facing a violation of probation. • Mental Health Court program (minimum of 12 months) o Transfers to or from another Florida county may be possible, and are determined on a case-by-case basis • Legally appropriate as determined by the State Attorney and Florida StatutesCharge(s) must not be a sexual or sexually-motivated offense o Must score to 60 points or fewer on scoresheet • Clinically appropriate as determined by the treatment provider o Must undergo a clinical evaluation to verify a mental health disorder • Regarding any medical conditions, a participant must be willing to consent to sign all necessary medical releases to allow team members to coordinate care with prescribing physician(s) for physical health, mental health, and substance use disorder needs • Participant must be able to comply with all rules set forth in this handbook, including attendance at all treatment session, self-help meetings, frequent drug testing, and payment of restitution to any victims. • You must fully participate and comply with all treatment requirements in your treatment plan. • The following guidelines apply to both the courtroom and all treatment settings: DO arrive 15 minutes early DO use the restroom beforehand, except for when arriving for a urine drug screen DO address the Judge, Bailiffs, Attorneys, Court Staff & Treatment Staff with respect DO wear appropriate attire DO be respectful and quiet DO NOT leave your cell phones or any electronic devices powered on DO NOT leave until you are dismissed DO NOT talk while treatment or court is in session DO NOT bring food, drinks, chew gum, smoke, or vape DO NOT use profane language DO NOT sleep DO NOT wear inappropriate attire • You are responsible for contacting both treatment and probation as instructed to find out if you are required to test that day. • This information is provided so that you do not unintentionally or intentionally provide a diluted or adulterated sample. • All medication must be coordinated between your prescribing physician and your Case Manager and must be FDA approved. • Psychotropic medications must be prescribed by a psychiatric specialist (ARNP, PsyD, MD). • For this reason, you must immediately inform your Case Manager of any over-the-counter or prescribed medications that you are currently taking. • You must immediately inform your Case Manager of all doctor visits, dental visits, emergency room visits, scheduled surgeries, post-operative care, and all other medical appointments. • You must inform your therapist, probation officer, and professional conducting your urine drug screen (suggested change) of any vitamins or dietary supplements you are taking. • If you work with chemicals, you must speak with your probation officer and case manager. • However, you must strictly follow all instructions given to you in order to ensure that your use of that medication is proper and lawful. • You must be at your registered residence during curfew hours. • If you need a curfew extension for employment purposes, you must follow probation’s instructions and obtain permission from probation in advance. • You must follow all of probation’s instructions for requests to travel. • You are required to attend all scheduled treatment sessions, meetings, court appearances, and scheduled events. • If you are unable to attend an event, you must contact treatment and/or probation immediately. • In order to be excused from an obligation you must appropriately and timely contact treatment and/or probation upon becoming aware of your inability to attend an event. • If you are going to be late, you must contact treatment and/or your probation officer immediately. • You are required to keep complying with all the terms of your treatment plan and the rules of probation and Mental Health Court during this time. • If you are required to do the Sustained Recovery, you will be eligible to petition the court for early termination after a minimum of 6 months of Sustained Recovery. • However, the participant must be advised that any information that he or she shares in the course of screening, assessment, or treatment, which implicates the safety of another person, may be used in an investigation and/or prosecution against the participant. • The confidentiality protections do not extend to past or present forcible felonies, firearm offenses, or crimes involving children. • Do Not Use or Possess Any Drugs, Alcohol, or Mind-Altering Substances • Do not compare your treatment plan to another participant’s. • You must follow and fully comply with all instructions from your probation officer. • You are required to attend all treatment sessions, meetings, court appearances, and scheduled events. • If you are unable to attend anything, you must contact treatment and/or your probation officer immediately. • For example, you must not drive unless you are properly licensed, registered, and insured, and you must obey speed limits, stop signs, and all rules for safe operation of a vehicle. • You may not communicate or interact in any way with someone whom you know to be engaged in criminal behavior.
(See full eligibility criteria on the next page.) It is a post-adjudication program, meaning all defendants who enter the program must enter a plea and be sentenced into the program as a special condition of probation.
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Judge Bell caps motions and responses at 5 pages for UMC hearings and 12 pages for special-set hearings.
Judge Alijewicz requires every motion for attorney's fees and/or costs to attach a document detailing time records — no records, no fee award.
Judge Corlew bars informal contact: every communication with the Court must be in writing, filed with the Clerk, with copies furnished to all parties — and no calls to the JA to schedule or cancel UMC.