Court Liaison Service Campbelltown
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
02 9700 2175 (Main number), 1300 679 272
local-court-campbelltown@justice.nsw.gov.au
Railway Street
Campbelltown, NSW, 2560
Hours of Operation
Mon to Fri 8:30am-5:00pm
Accessibility
Referral System
By Court or Magistrate
Service Fees
None
Organisational Information
Area Served
Campbelltown LGA
Parent Organisation
NSW Government, Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network
Postal Address
PO Box 91
Campbelltown
NSW
2560
Other Information
Facilities Available
Operates in 22 local courts throughout NSW-check local court for contact details
Volunteering Opportunities
No
Other Contacts
Justice Health & Forensic Mental Health Hotline 1800 222 472
Last Updated: 19 June 2024