Court Liaison Service Bankstown
Service Description
Provides a free service for people appearing in court who have a mental illness, mental disorder or are cognitively impaired and/or display behaviour that is thought to be related to their mental health. A mental health clinician completes a mental health assessment with consent of the person. The report is provided to the Magistrate, Police Prosecutor, and Defence Solicitor. The report includes details of the person's mental health and recommendations for care and treatment if appropriate. Court Liaisons work in several courts throughout NSW.
Alternate Names: Justice Health & Forensic Mental Health Network
http://www.justicehealth.nsw.gov.au/about-us/health-care-locations/courts
local-court-bankstown@justice.nsw.gov.au
Cnr Chapel Rd & The Mall
Bankstown, NSW, 2200
Hours of Operation
Mon-Fri: 8:30am-4:30pm (Phone)
Mon-Fri: 9am-4:30pm (Registry)
Accessibility
Referral System
By Court or Magistrate
Service Fees
None
Organisational Information
Area Served
Bankstown LGA
Parent Organisation
NSW Government, Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network
Postal Address
PO Box 71
Bankstown
NSW
2200
Other Information
Volunteering Opportunities
No
Other Contacts
Justice Health & Forensic Mental Health Hotline 1800 222 472
Last Updated: 14 May 2024