Robert J. Triozzi

Robert J. Triozzi serves as Clinical Professor of Law and Co-Director of the Criminal Justice Center at Cleveland State University College of Law, where he directs the Pretrial Justice Clinic and supervises students in the Externship Program while teaching Criminal Justice Reform, Criminal Pretrial Practice, and Juvenile Law.

Education:

• BA in History and Government, Cornell University (1979)
• JD, Case Western Reserve University School of Law (1982)

Research Interests: Professor Triozzi specializes in criminal justice system transformation, with emphasis on pretrial justice, mental health diversion, and restorative justice initiatives. His pioneering work establishing Ohio's first mental health courts and drug courts targets systemic inequities through bail reform, jail diversion programs, and therapeutic jurisprudence approaches.

Scientific Awards:

• Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Associations Justice for All Award

Advising and Grants: He provides intensive experiential learning through the Pretrial Justice Clinic and Externship Program, placing students in criminal justice settings for real-world advocacy. His civic engagement spans human rights legislation development and policy reform partnerships with county and municipal entities.

Labs and Teams: As Co-Director of the Criminal Justice Center, he leads interdisciplinary teams focused on criminal justice innovation, including the Pretrial Justice Clinic which integrates clinical education with systemic reform efforts in Cleveland's legal ecosystem.