Inside Nevada's Gambling Treatment Diversion Court (Ep. 53)

Description: In this episode of I'll Allow It Nevada, we explore the Eighth Judicial District Court's Gambling Treatment Diversion Court, a specialty court designed to address the intersection of problem gambling and the criminal justice system. Presiding Judge Maria Gall and Specialty Court Coordinator Josephine Bonomo join the podcast to discuss how the program was developed, who qualifies for participation, and how the court combines accountability, treatment, and judicial oversight to support long-term recovery. The conversation also examines the clinical realities of gambling addiction, including co-occurring mental health and substance use issues, and the role specialty courts can play in addressing the underlying causes of criminal behavior. State Bar of Nevada CLE Course ID: P_20260430_50632 Certificate of Attendance: https://ow.ly/ooSi50UnWjZ   Learning Objectives: Describe the purpose and structure of the Gambling Treatment Diversion Court in Nevada's Eighth Judicial District Court. Identify eligibility requirements and the referral and assessment process for participants in the program. Recognize the treatment and supervision components commonly used in gambling treatment diversion courts, including judicial oversight and behavioral health services. Discuss the relationship between problem gambling, co-occurring disorders, and criminal justice involvement.   Faculty: Eighth Judicial District Court Judge Maria Gall & Specialty Court Coordinator Josephine   Have an idea for an episode? We want to hear from you! Please fill out the topic suggestion form: https://forms.office.com/g/dxZgUWynAC   Audience: Judges and court staff Legal professionals Educators Anyone interested in specialty courts   CLE/CJE: 0.5 CLE/CJE credit hours are available until December 31, 2029.