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Behavior Assessment Unit - Pittsburgh, PA
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564 Forbes Ave Penthouse Two, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15219
Allegheny County Behavior Assessment Unit
Forensic Competency Evaluations
The Behavior Assessment Unit (BAU), operating under Allegheny County Pretrial Services, is located in the Manor Building on Forbes Avenue. This specialized unit is tasked with evaluating defendants involved in the criminal justice system to determine their competency to stand trial and participate in their own legal defense. Working at the intersection of law and mental health, the BAU provides critical assessments ordered by the court, ensuring that due process rights are protected for individuals with potential behavioral or mental health issues.- Competency Evaluations: Conducts clinical assessments to determine a defendant's mental capacity to understand court proceedings.
- Court Reporting: Prepares detailed reports and recommendations for judges regarding a defendant's mental status.
- Jail Liaison: Coordinates with the Allegheny County Jail to assess inmates requiring behavioral health interventions.
- Judicial Support: Assists the court in making informed decisions regarding bond, treatment, and case disposition based on mental health findings.
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564 Forbes Ave Penthouse Two
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15219
Parking & Accessibility
Paid Parking Garage Free Street Parking Wheelchair Accessible Entrance Elevators Available Near Bus Route / Stop Near Subway / Metro
Public Transit Lines
Stop: Forbes Ave + Grant St (Routes: 61A, 61B, 61C, 71A, 71C), Stop: Fifth Ave + Ross St (Routes: 71B, P1)
Security & Dress Code
Airport-Style Screening Valid Photo ID Required No Weapons No Cameras or Recording No Recording Confidentiality Agreement
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