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Achieving a Better Disposition: A Youth Sentencing Symposium
About this event
The Illinois Juvenile Defender Resource Center presents this in-person youth sentencing symposium at Starved Rock Lodge in Oglesby, IL. This program will bring together youth defenders from across Illinois to learn about all aspects of youth sentencing. Attendees will learn about recent changes to the law on youth sentencing in Illinois, how to efficiently gather mitigation to aid in sentencing, what programs are available to be part of a youth sentencing plan, and how to create and advocate for the best disposition plan for their youth clients. In addition to hearing from practitioners working in youth sentencing, attendees will hear from an expert in counseling and negotiation experienced in working with youth in the criminal justice system and will give practical insight on how to work with your clients to create a successful sentencing plan and how to negotiate for that that plan. Attendees are expected to earn 5 hours of professional responsibility CLE credit.
Registration Info
Registration is required before Monday, May 13, 2024 at 5:00 PM
This program is free to youth defenders! We do ask that registrants commit to attending by May 10, 2024, and let us know by that same date if they register and find they are unable to attend. Complimentary lunch and snacks will be provided throughout the day of the program.
A limited number of FREE hotel accommodations are available for the night of Thursday, May 16, 2024, to ensure that defenders traveling from farther distances will be able to attend. If you are requesting overnight accommodations, please register by APRIL 16, 2024. Priority for hotel rooms will be given to those traveling the furthest distances.
*By registering for this event you are representing that you are a youth defender and not a member of law enforcement, a prosecutor, or a member of the judiciary.*