I'll Allow it Nevada

Description: In this episode of I'll Allow It Nevada! , we take a closer look at the human side of guardianship with Karla Scott, a forensic financial specialist with the Nevada Administrative Office of the Court's Guardianship Unit. Karla discusses how looking beyond the numbers can help us better understand the circumstances affecting protected persons, guardians, and families. The conversation...

Description: When you hear "accounting standards," you might think spreadsheets, bookkeeping, and balancing the books. But for Nevada's courts, the Minimum Accounting Standards (MAS) are about much more than accounting. In this episode of I'll Allow It Nevada! , we sit down with Nancy Hernandez Cano, Audit Manager with the Administrative Office of the Courts, to take a closer look at MAS Version 4...

Description: What is the Homicide Case Team, and why did the Eighth Judicial District Court create it? In this episode of I'll Allow It Nevada!, we're joined by Chief Judge Tierra Jones of the Eighth Judicial District Court to explore the Homicide Case Team, a specialized approach to managing Nevada's most complex criminal cases. Chief Judge Jones discusses what prompted the creation of the team,...

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 p...

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 p...

Description: On this episode of  I'll Allow It Nevada , we're joined by Sr. Judge Richard Glasson to dive into one of the most fundamental topics in the courtroom: evidence. Before getting into objections, admissibility, or complex rulings, this conversation goes back to first principles and focuses on a simple but essential question:  What is evidence? We explore the core definition of evidence a...

Description: On this episode of I'll Allow It Nevada , we're joined by Sr. Judge Richard Glasson to dive into one of the most fundamental topics in the courtroom: evidence. Before getting into objections, admissibility, or complex rulings, this conversation goes back to first principles and focuses on a simple but essential question: What is evidence? We explore the core definition of evidence and...

Description: Join us on this episode of I'll Allow It, Nevada where we take an inside look at Youth Achieving Recovery (YAR) Court. This Reno Municipal Court specialty court is designed specifically for young adult misdemeanor offenders between the ages of 18 and 25 who are struggling with substance use disorders or co-occurring mental health conditions. Presided over by Judge Justin Champagne, YA...

Description: In this episode of I'll Allow It, Nevada!, we take a look at how Nevada law is shaped before it ever reaches the courtroom. We're joined by Michael Morton, Special Assistant Attorney General and Executive Director of the Nevada Advisory Council for Prosecuting Attorneys, to discuss how prosecutorial experience informs policy, legislation, and statewide coordination. Nevada's citizen l...

Description: Treatment courts are designed to support accountability, rehabilitation, and long-term recovery, but what does that look like from the treatment provider's perspective? In this episode of I'll Allow It, Nevada, we sit down with Amy Lewis, a seasoned provider working with treatment court participants, to explore how providers and courts collaborate to help individuals succeed. Amy shar...

Description: What happens when a courtroom becomes a classroom? In this episode of I'll Allow It Nevada, Judge Danielle Johnson shares the story of Kids Court, the program she launched to help students better understand the justice system and their rights within it. Through weekly lessons and visits from justice professionals, Kids Court gives young Nevadans a chance to see behind the scenes and e...

Description: On this episode of I'll Allow It, Nevada!, we are joined by Nevada Settlement Judge Ishi Kunin to explore the Nevada Supreme Court's Settlement Program, an alternative dispute resolution program designed to help parties resolve appellate cases through mediation. Settlement Judge Kunin explains how the program works, what parties and attorneys can expect when a case is assigned, and wh...

Description: Join us for part 2 of this episode of I'll Allow It Nevada, where we continue our conversation with two of Nevada's leading legal aid providers about their essential role in advancing access to justice. Alex Cherup and Bailey Bortolin discuss how legal aid organizations support Nevadans, the types of cases they handle, and the challenges faced in meeting growing community needs. The c...

Description: Join us on this episode of I'll Allow It Nevada, where we speak with two of Nevada's leading legal aid providers about their essential role in advancing access to justice. Alex Cherup and Bailey Bortolin discuss how legal aid organizations support Nevadans, the types of cases they handle, and the challenges faced in meeting growing community needs. The conversation also highlights how...

Description: Join us on this episode of I'll Allow It Nevada as we discuss the Access to Justice Commission with Brad Lewis, Director of Access to Justice. We explore the Commission's mission to remove barriers and expand legal services for all Nevadans. From closing the justice gap to building partnerships with community organizations, Brad shares insights into how the Commission works to promote...

Description: Join us on this episode of I'll Allow It Nevada as we discuss the Access to Justice Commission with Brad Lewis, Director of Access to Justice. We explore the Commission's mission to remove barriers and expand legal services for all Nevadans. From closing the justice gap to building partnerships with community organizations, Brad shares insights into how the Commission works to promote...

Description: In this episode of I'll Allow It Nevada, we are joined by Chief Justice Douglas Herndon to explore his journey from the trial bench to the Nevada Supreme Court. Chief Justice Herndon reflects on his years as a trial judge, the leadership roles that shaped his career and the lessons learned along the way. The conversation dives into the surprises of appellate work, the nuances of colla...

Description: In this episode of I'll Allow It Nevada, we explore the role of facility dogs in the justice system. Lieutenant Michael Browett, from the Reno Police Department, joins us to share how these highly trained canines support individuals involved in the justice system. We discuss how facility dogs are selected and trained, what sets them apart from other service animals, and the calming, s...

Description: Join us on I'll Allow It Nevada as we welcome Judge Kendra Bertschy of the Reno Justice Court to discuss the city's innovative eviction diversion program and the Housing Court's role in its implementation. Judge Bertschy explains how the program works, the criteria for participation, and the collaborative effort between courts and community partners to support both tenants and landlor...

Description: In this episode of I'll Allow It Nevada, we welcome Judge Cynthia Lu of the Second Judicial District Court and Judge Bita Yeager of the Eighth Judicial District Court to the studio to explore civil commitments and Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT). Together, they unpack how these function in Nevada, the legal criteria involved, and the important role courts play in connecting indivi...

Description: In Part 2 of our conversation with Jessica Escobar, an experienced court interpreter for the Second Judicial District Court, we explore the deeply human side of courtroom interpreting. From emotionally charged testimony to traumatic case content, court interpreters often absorb the weight of the stories they help communicate. Jessica shares the unseen emotional toll of the job, the co...

Description: In this episode of I'll Allow It Nevada, we are joined by Jessica Escobar, a court interpreter for the Second Judicial District Court, for an in-depth look at the essential role interpreters play in the courtroom. Jessica shares what it's like to interpret in legal settings, including the mental demands, the need for precision, and the unique challenges interpreters face when working...

Description: When navigating the legal system, people may not realize there's a crucial difference between legal information and legal advice. In this episode of I'll Allow It, Nevada, we meet with Emily Reed, Assistant Court Administrator for the Second Judicial District Court, to break down this important distinction. We discuss what court staff and legal professionals can and can't do, common m...

Description: In this episode of I'll Allow It, Nevada, we take a close look at Competency Court, an innovative program addressing delays in competency and restoration proceedings in Washoe County. Join our discussion with Judge Egan Walker as we explore how Competency Court combines collaboration, efficiency, and problem-solving to streamline cases, reduce backlogs, and provide meaningful alternat...

Description: In this episode of I'll Allow It Nevada, we explore transformative development in guardianship in Nevada with Kathleen McCloskey, Guardian Program Manager at the Supreme Court of Nevada Administrative Office of the Courts. Join us as we delve into the mission and impact of the Guardianship Program, a vital resource supporting Nevada's District Courts in managing guardianship cases. Di...