In this powerful episode, Katy and Lara sit down with Trooper Louis Plunkett of the South Dakota Highway Patrol and Starla Pressley who lost her brother to an impaired driver. Together, they explore why South Dakota has one of the highest DUI rates in the nation, what troopers are seeing on the roads during the holidays, and what every driver needs to know to keep their community safe. Starla’s story brings heart and urgency to a crisis that affects far too many families.
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In this powerful episode, Katy and Lara sit down with Trooper Louis Plunkett of the South Dakota Highway Patrol and Starla Pressley who lost her brother to an impaired driver. Together, they explore why South Dakota has one of the highest DUI rates in the nation, what troopers are seeing on the roads during the holidays, and what every driver needs to know to keep their community safe. Starla’s story brings heart and urgency to a crisis that affects far too many families.
Episode 2 - Mental Health - Trends, Treatment and our Role
Justice In Action
30 minutes
1 year ago
Episode 2 - Mental Health - Trends, Treatment and our Role
In Episode 2, we’re diving deep into the intersection of mental health and the criminal justice system. We’ll explore our role in mental commitment hearings, uncover the trends we’re seeing, and break down how the commitment process works. Plus, we’ll sit down with local mental health professionals to discuss the vital resources available for those in need of support.It’s an eye-opening conversation that you won’t want to miss.*Correction: In this episode, State’s Attorney Lara Roetzel mistak...
Justice In Action
In this powerful episode, Katy and Lara sit down with Trooper Louis Plunkett of the South Dakota Highway Patrol and Starla Pressley who lost her brother to an impaired driver. Together, they explore why South Dakota has one of the highest DUI rates in the nation, what troopers are seeing on the roads during the holidays, and what every driver needs to know to keep their community safe. Starla’s story brings heart and urgency to a crisis that affects far too many families.
