Felicia McCaw
Criminal Class Online
What is the purpose of drug courts?
The purpose of a drug court is to monitor closely any drug offenders who partake in usage of drugs and have in possession. This court provides assistance by mandating that the offender is placed in a substance abuse treatment facility in lieu of jail time. The offender is tested frequently to ensure continued obeying of non-substance use and must attend meetings to help the recovery process.
What do you think will be their future?
I think it is very positive based on information provided that taxpayers are being spared a considerable amount of funds in taxes and the future looks bright.
Example provided from:
Website: Superior Court of California – Drug Court
http://www.alameda.courts.ca.gov/dcs/whatisdcs.html
Annual cost to incarcerate a drug abusing offender.
$20,000 to $50,000 per defendant
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Annual cost to receive treatment through drug court
$2,500 to $4,000 per defendant
Do you think drug courts are a good idea? Why or Why not?
Yes, because not only do they address the drug issue they also help reduce crime levels, increase vocational skills, educational levels and assess whether co-occurring disorders exists.
Websites consulted:
Whatcom County Superior Court – Drug Court
http://www.co.whatcom.wa.us/superior/drugcourt/purpose.jsp
Superior Court of California – Drug Court
http://www.alameda.courts.ca.gov/dcs/whatisdcs.html
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