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An issue brief is a short summary, usually two- three pages, of the knowledge surrounding an issue or problem. To write an issue brief, the writer should assume that the audience knows little or nothing about the topic. State the issue for consideration. Briefly state why this issue is important to you in the context of a current public policy issue and the relevance of the issue in Criminal Justice or to the general public. State the action you would seek in connection with the stated issue. Responses to these issue briefs should be thorough and well thought out. Issue Briefs will be posted two weeks prior to the due date. These assignments will not be re-opened once they have closed. Issue Brief #2 is related to Crime and Mental Illness. You will submit a TWO page brief explaining this issue. In recent years we have seen an increase in the number of individuals that suffer from mental deficits entering the criminal justice system. There have been many changes to the mental health system that has reduced the amount of treatment services available for this group. Answer the following questions below in minimum of 2 pages. Do you feel that law enforcement receives the training necessary to handle interactions with people with mental illness? Should people with mental illnesses that commit crimes be given more lenient sentences? Should people who are convicted of a crime that suffer from mental illness be housed in prison or somewhere different? What recommendations would you have for criminal justice policy makers when dealing with mental illness?