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In the Arena – Justice Stephen Erickson

December 4, 2022

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Each week Joe Paolino, Jr. interviews leaders in Rhode Island. This week he talks with retired Justice Stephen Erickson. Erickson is an adjunct professor at Roger Williams School of Law, specializing in mental health law. Tackling chronic mental health issues in the court system requires creative, alternative ways to approach the issue. Erickson talks about…

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