Exploring the Intersection of FASD and Florida’s Criminal Justice System
At Bogin, Munns & Munns, we are proud to announce an upcoming event that delves into one of the most important and overlooked intersections in the legal world: the impact of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) on Florida’s criminal justice system.
This free educational event, hosted by FASD United, brings together legal professionals, mental health advocates, and community members to shed light on the challenges individuals with FASD face in the courtroom—and how our legal system can better serve them.
Why This Matters
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders are often misunderstood or misdiagnosed. Individuals with FASD may experience developmental delays, impaired reasoning, and difficulty understanding consequences—all of which can profoundly affect their experience in the legal system.
Without proper awareness and support, people with FASD may be unfairly penalized or misunderstood throughout the criminal justice process.
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Key Topics Covered
Participants will gain a deeper understanding of:
- The relationship between mental health and criminal justice, especially during mitigation and sentencing
- The knowledge gap between courtroom experts and clinical care providers
- The unique challenges faced by individuals with FASD in legal settings
- The critical role mental health mitigation experts play in supporting these individuals
- Strategies for increasing FASD awareness among legal professionals to promote more informed and equitable outcomes
Featured Speaker: Matthew S. Boomershine, Esq.
We’re honored to have Matthew S. Boomershine, Esq., a criminal defense attorney with Bogin, Munns & Munns, as a featured speaker.
Mr. Boomershine brings a unique perspective to the conversation. A graduate of Brown University and the University of Florida Levin College of Law, he began his legal career as an Assistant Public Defender for Florida’s Fifth Judicial Circuit. He’s passionate about educating others—whether in the courtroom or the classroom—and brings both experience and empathy to every case.
When he’s not in court, you can find him performing with his Orlando cover band, “Boomershine.”
Event Details
🗓️ Date: Fri, May 2, 2025 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM ET
💻 Location: Online
🎟️ Cost: Free
🔗 Register here: https://fasdunited.org/event/fasd-and-floridas-criminal-justice-system-2/
We encourage all attorneys, legal professionals, social workers, and mental health experts to attend. Greater awareness can lead to greater justice—and this event is an opportunity to be part of the change.
For more information, contact our team or follow us on social media for updates.
Bogin, Munns & Munns — Advocating for Informed, Compassionate Justice.
Event Organizer: Shaun P. Hoyle, Director of Training, (941) 371-8820, training@thefloridacenter.org
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