Drug court offers young defendants a fresh start

Drug court offers young defendants a fresh start

Filed under: alcohol and drug abuse treatment

Through the drug court, which is supported by a grant from the U.S. Department of Justice, youth ages 12–16 will have access to a variety of treatment options and programs designed to help them get on the right path. It is a far cry from a traditional …
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Our View: Troubling crimes point to need for domestic violence courts

Filed under: alcohol and drug abuse treatment

Rick Snyder recently said he favors more “alternative” court systems directed to treat specific addictions. Bay County has implemented courts that deal with alcohol and substance abuse-fueled crimes. Saginaw County also has a drug court. The time may …
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Leaders take a cautious look at marijuana

Filed under: alcohol and drug abuse treatment

It provided $ 29,000 to monitor and check compliance with sales of alcohol sales to minors. … The changes could eliminate reporting marijuana possession on 1 ounce or less as a parole violation or mandate use for treatment of substance abuse. It would …
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