> What is Houston's homeless court and how does it work? | Y'all-itics: Dec. 15, 2024
What is Houston's homeless court and how does it work? | Y'all-itics: Dec. 15, 2024
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It’s been open for nearly two decades, with thousands passing through its doors. Though you’ve likely never heard of it, this small courtroom in Houston is having a big impact on homelessness by helping folks get out from under Class C misdemeanors. In this episode of Y’all-itics, the man who supervises the city of Houston’s homeless court tells the Jasons why those criminal charges can often keep the homeless from the very things they need to get off the streets and why it’s important that those who find themselves before the judge are called clients, not defendants.
Guest:
Scot More, Houston Homeless Court Administrator
00:00 - Welcome WELCOME
4:35 - Background on CFTH
6:30 - What are homeless courts?
13:25 - Success of homeless courts
17:38 - Expansion to other cities
25:27 - Impact on 'clients'