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Chief Justice Minton to announce new judicial commission on mental health

They will be tackling the important issues.

FRANKFORT, Ky., Aug. 10, 2022 – With mental health issues affecting a significant number of people involved with the court system, the Supreme Court of Kentucky is creating a statewide commission focused on mental health, substance use and intellectual disabilities. The new Kentucky Judicial Commission on Mental Health will work to improve the practice, quality and timeliness of judicial response to cases involving these needs.  

The Supreme Court will launch the commission at a news conference on Thursday, Aug. 11, at 2 p.m. ET in the Supreme Court Courtroom, State Capitol, 700 Capital Ave., Frankfort. The public and media are invited to attend.A picture containing logo

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