Crisis Services
ASERT does not offer crisis services through our Resource Center. If you or someone you love is experiencing mental health distress or thoughts of suicide please call or text 988 for support.
Category: Justice System
Hearings and Arraignments
This resource provides an overview of hearings and arraignments in the Pennsylvania justice system.
Read moreHow to Create a Social Story
This resource is designed to help justice system professionals create social stories for individuals with autism who may become involved in the juvenile or criminal justice system. Read below to learn more about creating social stories.
Read moreHow to Get a Reasonable Accommodation on the Job
The ADA requires employers to provide a reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities.
Read moreHow to Register to Vote
This resource provides a a step-by step guide for individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities on how to register to vote.
Read moreJudge’s Guide to Autism
The Judge's Guide to Autism is intended to serve as a resource for judges involved with criminal justice/autism initiatives in their communities.
Read moreJustice Resource Collection
This is a collection of resources on the topic of the justice system for justice system professionals and individuals with autism. Topics range from the law to court appearances, interacting with police, and more.
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Juvenile Court Judges’ Commission
The Pennsylvania Juvenile Justice System is a dynamic and ever-changing institution dedicated to serving the Commonwealth’s juvenile offenders, victims, communities, and families. This website contains information about the Juvenile Court Judges' Commission and a wide range of resources.
Read moreLegal Clinic for the Disabled
The Legal Clinic for the Disabled (LCD) provides free legal services to low-income people with physical disabilities in the Greater Philadelphia area. We help our clients overcome obstacles that might otherwise compromise their health, independence or quality of life.
Read moreMental Health Courts in PA
This resource provides information on mental health courts in PA, including eligibility, referrals, and expectations.
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