Chemical Dependency | Drug Courts Are a Promising Solution to the Drug Problem

In the following viewpoint, Richard S. Gebelein argues that drug courts, which seek to rehabilitate criminals with drug arrest records through a combination of treatment, testing, and judicial supervision, have helped reduce recidivism rates. He asserts that these courts are more effective than traditional approaches such as voluntary treatment because drug courts combine treatment with specific deterrence, judicial interaction, and continuing education and monitoring. However, Gebelein cautions that while drug courts have been successful, as more varied criminals are entered into such...

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