Provided by the Ohio State Bar Associations “Law You Can Use” (www.ohiobar.org/pub/lycu) Back to top Drug Crimes Click on a question to view the answer Show all Drug FAQs Hide all Drug FAQs How does a drug court work?
A “drug court” is a program administered through a traditional court to manage cases involving certain types of drug-related crime. Those who are arrested for possession of drugs, and who otherwise meet the criteria, are screened for eligibility and enter the drug court program within a short time after arrest. If appropriate, they begin treatment within two weeks of arrest. While they live in the community, they must comply with intensive probation requirements. They meet frequently with case managers, must prove sobriety through urine testing, and must comply with all requirements set by the managers. During the program, offenders must complete the case management plan and remain drug-free. They may obtain GEDs and/or employment, work with Children’s Services to be reunited with any children, perform volunteer work, attend AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) and NA (Narcotics Anonymous) meetings, and do whatever is necessary to re-enter society as a sober, responsible person. While it would be
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