Drug Courts Flashcards
1
Q
What do drug courts do?
A
they supervise drug offenders and offer them treatment, rehabilitation, and education and medical servcies
2
Q
What are some examples of the elements in a drug court?
A
substance abuse treatment early identification access to treatment frequent testing governed offender compliance ongoing judicial interaction
3
Q
How long can a drug treatment program last?
A
12-18 months or longer
4
Q
When do people usually relapse?
A
after 90 days
5
Q
What happens if the offender violates the program?
A
they are sanctioned or terminated
6
Q
Do drug courts work?
A
they are cost-effective
prevent drug relapse
7
Q
Are drug courts the most popular?
A
yes
